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LGW → SKG
Which side of the plane to sit from London Gatwick Airport (London) to Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (Thessaloniki)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the core Swiss Alps and provides a direct view of Thessaloniki's waterfront and the city's urban landscape during the final approach.
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Northern France
Aerial views of the rolling countryside of the Champagne region and the outskirts of Paris.
Swiss Alps
Dramatic vistas of the central Alpine peaks, including snow-capped summits and glacial valleys.
Balkan Interior
The rugged, mountainous terrain of Serbia and North Macedonia as the aircraft begins its descent.
Thessaloniki City
A clear view of the city center, the White Tower, and the port during the final approach to SKG.
Book a seat forward of the wing to ensure your view of the Alps is not obstructed. On morning flights, the sun is positioned to the south, providing excellent lighting for the left side without intense glare. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Swiss border for the most dramatic mountain photography.
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English Channel
The crossing from the UK to France, with views of the busy shipping lanes and the French coastline.
The Dolomites
The jagged, unique limestone formations of the Italian Alps visible to the south of the flight path.
Adriatic Coast
Distant glimpses of the turquoise waters and the indented coastline of Croatia and Montenegro.
Mount Olympus
The highest mountain in Greece and legendary home of the gods, visible to the southwest during descent.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Aegean Sea as you arrive. Look out for the silhouette of Mount Olympus about 15-20 minutes before landing. Be aware that midday flights on this side may experience significant sun glare.
Book Hotels in ThessalonikiDistance: 2,134 km (1,326 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 51 min
Departure: LGW (51.148102, -0.190278)
Arrival: SKG (40.51969909667969, 22.97089958190918)
Route Type: International
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