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LBA → CHQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Leeds Bradford Airport (Leeds) to Chania International Airport (Chania)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the high Swiss Alps, the Italian Adriatic coastline, and a dramatic approach over Crete's White Mountains.
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London & South East
Depending on the departure corridor, distant views of the Thames and the London skyline.
Central Swiss Alps
Unrivaled views of massive glaciers and the highest peaks of the European continent.
Venetian Lagoon
The distinct shape of Venice and its surrounding islands visible near the Italian coast.
Peloponnese Peninsula
Rugged mountains and deep blue bays of southern mainland Greece.
The White Mountains
The snow-capped Lefka Ori of Crete provide a stunning backdrop during the descent into CHQ.
This is the preferred side for midday flights as it generally avoids the direct glare of the southern sun. The highlight is the crossing of the Alps; ensure you are looking out approximately 90 minutes into the flight. Upon arrival, the 'White Mountains' of Crete are most prominent from this side, offering a spectacular welcome to the island.
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East Anglian Coastline
Clear views of the estuaries and Norfolk coastline shortly after departing the UK.
Tyrolean Alps
Dramatic vistas of the jagged Austrian peaks and alpine valleys.
Dalmatian Archipelago
The stunning sight of Croatia's thousand islands scattered across the turquoise Adriatic.
Mount Olympus
Look for the towering peak of the mythical home of the gods in Northern Greece.
Akrotiri Peninsula
Views of the rocky Cretan shoreline during the final banking turn for landing.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the Adriatic Sea. As you approach Greece, keep your eyes peeled for the rugged Pindus mountain range. This side is often better for spotting the sprawling urban landscape of Thessaloniki if the route tracks slightly more to the east.
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Get eSIMs for GreeceDistance: 2,853 km (1,773 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 48 min
Departure: LBA (53.86589813232422, -1.6605700254440308)
Arrival: CHQ (35.531700134277344, 24.14970016479492)
Route Type: International
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