Loading map...

LGG destination photo
HER destination photo

LGGHER

Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the winding Croatian coastline and a magnificent perspective of the Cretan mountains upon arrival.

Right Side Highlights
8.7
🥨

Rhine-Main Area

Detailed views of the industrial and natural heart of Germany.

🏔️

Central Alps

Direct views over the massive alpine peaks of Austria.

🌊

Dalmatian Archipelago

The stunning contrast of white limestone islands against deep blue Adriatic water.

🏛️

Peloponnese Coast

The deep gulfs and historic shorelines of southern mainland Greece.

⛰️

Psiloritis Range

Mount Ida, the highest peak in Crete, dominates the view during landing.

The right side is best for morning flights to see the Adriatic glow. During the descent into HER, you get a panoramic view of the Cretan shoreline and the city of Heraklion.

Left Side Highlights
7.9
🍺

Bavarian Lakes

Glimpses of the Chiemsee and the rolling hills of southern Germany.

🏔️

Hohe Tauern

The eastern section of the Alps with jagged peaks and glaciers.

🌋

Santorini Caldera

The iconic crescent-shaped island visible shortly before reaching Crete.

🏝️

Dia Island

The lizard-shaped island located just north of Heraklion port.

Sit on the left for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. This side is prime for spotting the Aegean islands during the final 30 minutes of flight.

Top Activities in Heraklion
Route Information

Distance: 2,325 km (1,445 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 6 min

Departure: LGG (50.63740158081055, 5.443220138549805)

Arrival: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)

Route Type: International

Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.