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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior sequence of landmarks, including the stunning Turkish coastline, the legendary Mount Olympus, and the sprawling delta of the Danube near the descent into Belgrade.

Right Side Highlights
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Turkish Riviera

Crystal clear views of the Turquoise Coast and the Taurus Mountains meeting the sea near Antalya.

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Rhodes & Dodecanese

Clear visibility of the medieval city of Rhodes and the scattered islands along the Anatolian coast.

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Mount Olympus

The mythological home of the gods, Greece's highest peak, often capped with snow or wreathed in clouds.

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Thessaloniki Gulf

The sweeping curve of the Thermaic Gulf and Greece's second-largest city as the plane crosses the mainland.

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Balkan Mountains

The undulating ridges of the Stara Planina and the Serbian highlands during the final cruise phase.

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Danube River

The mighty Danube winding through the Pannonian Basin as the flight prepares for its final approach to Belgrade.

Sit on the right side for morning departures to have the sun behind you, providing perfect lighting for photos of the Greek islands. Look out for the snow-capped peak of Olympus roughly 50-60 minutes into the flight. During the winter months, this side provides the best view of the snow-blanketed Serbian mountains.

Left Side Highlights
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Troodos Mountains

Dramatic aerial views of Cyprus's central volcanic massif immediately after takeoff from Larnaca.

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Central Aegean Islands

Bird's-eye view of the Cyclades archipelago, characterized by deep blue waters and white coastal towns.

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Pindus Mountain Range

The 'spine of Greece' featuring rugged limestone peaks and deep gorges like the Vikos.

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Lake Ohrid

Views of one of Europe's oldest and deepest lakes, straddling the border of North Macedonia and Albania.

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Skopje Valley

The urban sprawl of North Macedonia's capital nestled between the mountains as you head north.

The left side is exceptional for sunset flights, as the sun dips over the Ionian Sea, casting long shadows across the Balkan mountains. If flying in the afternoon, keep the window shade partially down to manage the glare over the Aegean.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,582 km (983 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 7 min

Departure: LCA (34.875099182128906, 33.62490081787109)

Arrival: BEG (44.8184013367, 20.3090991974)

Route Type: International

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