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KIT → ATH
Which side of the plane to sit from Kithira Airport (Kithira) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the Peloponnesian coastline, the Saronic Gulf islands, and a panoramic approach toward the Athenian Riviera and the city center.
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Kithira Coastline
Dramatic cliffs and the emerald waters of Kapsali Bay immediately after takeoff.
Cape Maleas
The 'Graveyard of Ships' at the tip of the Peloponnese, featuring a rugged lighthouse and steep mountain drops.
Hydra and Spetses
Clear views of these historic, car-free islands known for their unique architecture and crescent-shaped harbors.
Saronic Gulf
A deep blue expanse dotted with sailboats and the distant silhouette of the Peloponnese mountains.
Athenian Riviera
Stunning views of Vouliagmeni Lake, the Astir peninsula, and the southern suburbs of Athens during the descent.
Book a window seat on the left (A/B) for morning flights to avoid the harsh Greek sun while capturing the Peloponnesian coast. If the plane approaches from the south, you may spot the Acropolis in the distance before the final turn toward the runway.
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Mirtoan Sea
Unobstructed views of the deep blue Aegean Sea stretching toward the horizon.
Cyclades Horizon
On clear days, see the distant silhouettes of Serifos, Sifnos, and Milos to the East.
Petalioi Gulf
The small, verdant islands near the southern tip of Evia visible during the mid-flight phase.
Porto Rafti Bay
The scenic coastline of eastern Attica featuring small rocky islets as the aircraft prepares for landing.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to enjoy the golden hour light reflecting off the Aegean. While it features more open water than the left, it provides the best view of the Mesogeia plain's vineyards and olive groves just before touchdown.
Book Hotels in AthensDistance: 202 km (126 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 20 min
Departure: KIT (36.2742996216, 23.0170001984)
Arrival: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Route Type: Domestic
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