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LBA → HER
Which side of the plane to sit from Leeds Bradford Airport (Leeds) to Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panoramic view of the Western Alps, the jagged Croatian coastline, and the stunning islands of the Ionian Sea before the final approach into Crete.
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Parisian Outskirts
Distant views of the French capital's sprawl depending on the specific airway used.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in the Alps often dominates the horizon to the southwest.
Venetian Lagoon
The unique shape of Venice and its surrounding islands can often be spotted.
Dalmatian Coast
The incredible archipelago of Croatia with hundreds of narrow islands and turquoise water.
Ionian Islands
Bird's-eye views of Corfu and Zakynthos as you parallel the Greek coast.
Sea of Crete
The dramatic coastline of northern Crete becomes visible during the descent into HER.
The right side is ideal for photography as it typically faces away from the sun on this south-easterly route, reducing glare. Look out for the rugged 'white mountains' of Crete as the plane begins its final turn toward the runway. Seasonal turbulence is common over the Alps, so keep your camera steady.
Book Hotels in HeraklionBernese Alps
Views of the snow-capped peaks of Switzerland as you cross central Europe.
Adriatic Sea
Vast blue expanses as the flight tracks south-east toward the Balkans.
Mount Olympus
On clear days, the legendary home of the Greek gods is visible to the east.
Cyclades Islands
The scattered white-and-blue islands of the Aegean Sea during the descent.
Heraklion Port
Aerial views of the Koules Fortress and the bustling city harbor on final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harshest direct sunlight. This side is particularly rewarding during the final 20 minutes of the flight when the plane maneuvers over the Aegean, offering glimpses of Santorini's caldera if the flight path tracks slightly east.
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Get eSIMs for GreeceDistance: 2,926 km (1,818 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 54 min
Departure: LBA (53.86589813232422, -1.6605700254440308)
Arrival: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)
Route Type: International
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