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LGG → HER
Which side of the plane to sit from Liège Airport (Liege) to Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion)?
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.
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.
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.
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
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