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KGS → HAM
Which side of the plane to sit from Kos Airport (Kos) to Hamburg Airport (Hamburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Adriatic coastline and the core of the Austrian Alps, providing consistently high-contrast landscapes throughout the journey.
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Cyclades Archipelago
Early in the flight, see the scattering of white-washed islands across the deep blue Aegean Sea.
Dalmatian Coast
Spectacular views of the Croatian islands and the turquoise waters of the Adriatic coastline.
Austrian Alps
Fly directly over the snow-capped peaks of the Hohe Tauern range and the Grossglockner massif.
Munich & Bavaria
Pass west of the Bavarian capital, offering glimpses of the Allianz Arena and the rolling foothills.
Harz National Park
During the descent, spot the dense forests and the Brocken peak in central Germany.
Sit on the left side to avoid direct sunlight on morning flights from Greece. This side provides the most dramatic views of the Croatian archipelago. If landing to the west in Hamburg, you will likely see the Alster lake and city hall during the final approach.
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Bodrum Peninsula
Immediate views of the Turkish coastline and luxury bays shortly after takeoff from Kos.
Chalkidiki Peninsula
View the three 'fingers' of the Greek landmass extending into the northern Aegean.
Balkan Mountains
Rugged, untamed mountain terrain across North Macedonia and eastern Serbia.
Bohemian Forest
Scenic views of the border region between Austria, Czechia, and Germany.
Elbe River Valley
Follow the winding course of the Elbe river as it leads toward the port of Hamburg.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the European continent. It offers better views of the Turkish coast initially. On the final approach to HAM, this side often sees the massive Airbus factory at Finkenwerder.
Book Hotels in HamburgDistance: 2,289 km (1,422 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 3 min
Departure: KGS (36.79330062866211, 27.09169960021973)
Arrival: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Route Type: International
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