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Which side of the plane to sit from Leeds Bradford Airport (Leeds) to Kos Airport (Kos)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the jagged Croatian coastline and the Eastern Alps, benefiting from better lighting away from the direct sun glare during the southeasterly flight.

Left Side Highlights
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London & Thames Estuary

Aerial perspectives of the Greater London sprawl and the winding River Thames as you head toward the channel.

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Tyrolean Alps

Dramatic views of the snow-capped Austrian and Italian mountain ranges, providing a sharp contrast to the European plains.

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Dalmatian Archipelago

A stunning sequence of hundreds of white limestone islands scattered across the turquoise Adriatic Sea along the Croatian coast.

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Balkan Peaks

Rugged, wild mountain terrain spanning Montenegro and Albania, often visible before crossing into Greek airspace.

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Northern Aegean Islands

First glimpses of the Dodecanese and North Aegean island chains as the aircraft begins its final descent toward Kos.

Sit on the port side to avoid the harsh southern sun and enjoy the best lighting for photography. The highlight occurs roughly midway through the flight over the Adriatic; keep your camera ready for the Croatian islands. On the descent into KGS, you will often get a clear view of the neighboring island of Kalymnos.

Right Side Highlights
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English Channel

The crossing from the southern coast of England toward the historic beaches of Normandy in France.

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Western Alps

Views of the highest European peaks, potentially including the Mont Blanc massif depending on the specific airway used.

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Venetian Lagoon

On a clear day, the unique geometric shapes of Venice and its surrounding marshes can be seen on the Italian horizon.

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Greek Mainland

The rugged coastline of the Peloponnese and the Gulf of Corinth as you transit toward the Aegean.

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Mediterranean Horizon

Expansive views of the open Mediterranean Sea, offering spectacular orange and purple hues during evening flights.

The starboard side is the prime choice for late afternoon departures to witness a Mediterranean sunset. While you may encounter sun glare during the day, this side provides better views of the Italian peninsula and the central Greek mainland. Look out for the volcanic islands of the Cyclades during the final 30 minutes of flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,907 km (1,806 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 53 min

Departure: LBA (53.86589813232422, -1.6605700254440308)

Arrival: KGS (36.79330062866211, 27.09169960021973)

Route Type: International

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