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KGS → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Kos Airport (Kos) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more consistent sequence of high-impact landmarks, including the stunning Dalmatian Coast and the most dramatic portions of the Austrian and German Alps.
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Bodrum Peninsula
Immediately after takeoff, see the deep bays and luxury marinas of the Turkish Riviera.
Dalmatian Archipelago
The breathtaking sight of Croatia's thousand islands and the clear waters of the Adriatic.
Hohe Tauern National Park
Flying directly over the highest peaks of the Austrian Alps, featuring glaciers and jagged ridges.
Bavarian Plateau
The vast green plains of Southern Germany, often dotted with historic towns and lakes.
Brussels Metropolitan Area
A clear view of the Belgian capital and its surrounding urban sprawl from high altitude.
Thames Estuary
The winding river Thames and the industrial heart of the Essex coast during the final approach.
The right side is unbeatable for Alpine scenery; choose a seat behind the wing to capture the scale of the mountains. During afternoon flights, you'll have the sun behind you, making for perfect photography of the Croatian coast and the Rhine valley.
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Cyclades Islands
Aerial views of the scattered Greek islands like Naxos and Paros shortly after departure.
Taygetos Mountains
The rugged, often snow-capped peaks of the Peloponnese peninsula in southern Greece.
Ionian Sea
Deep turquoise waters surrounding the islands of Cephalonia and Corfu as you head north.
Western Alps
Distant views of the Swiss and French mountain ranges, including the Mont Blanc massif.
Northern France
The intricate patchwork of agricultural fields and historic villages near the Picardy region.
White Cliffs of Dover
The iconic chalk cliffs and the busy port of Dover as the aircraft enters UK airspace.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also preferred for seeing the English Channel crossing and the Kent coastline. Watch for the 'London Eye' or Shard if the descent path loops south of London.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 2,690 km (1,671 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 35 min
Departure: KGS (36.79330062866211, 27.09169960021973)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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