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KBP â HER
Which side of the plane to sit from Boryspil International Airport (Kiev) to Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, including the lush Danube Delta, the Bulgarian coastline, and the spectacular aerial view of the Santorini caldera during the descent into Crete.
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Kiev Cityscape
A stunning view of the golden domes and the Motherland Monument shortly after takeoff.
Danube Delta
The vast, green labyrinth of wetlands where the Danube meets the Black Sea at the Romanian border.
Bulgarian Riviera
Clear views of Sunny Beach and the ancient peninsula of Nessebar.
Santorini Caldera
The iconic crescent-shaped volcanic island with its white-washed villages visible from high altitude.
Koules Fortress
The Venetian sea fortress guarding Heraklion's old harbor visible just before touchdown.
The right side is the 'money side' for sunset flights, offering a breathtaking view of the sun dipping into the Aegean. About 20 minutes before landing, keep your eyes peeled for Santorini and the Cyclades. During landing at HER, the right side usually faces the historic harbor and city walls.
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Dnieper River Estuary
View the massive confluence of the Dnieper as it meets the Black Sea near Kherson.
Odessa Coastline
Aerial perspective of Ukraine's famous port city and its golden beaches.
Dodecanese Islands
Distant silhouettes of Rhodes and Karpathos rising from the deep blue Aegean Sea.
Dikti Mountain Range
The rugged, mythical eastern peaks of Crete visible during the final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side provides a better view of the Ukrainian coastline before heading over the open waters of the Black Sea. Look out for the Crimean Peninsula on the horizon if the flight path stays inland.
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Get eSIMs for GreeceDistance: 1,731 km (1,076 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 18 min
Departure: KBP (50.34500122070313, 30.89469909667969)
Arrival: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)
Route Type: International
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