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Our Recommendation
9.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic crossing of the High Alps and a stunning continuous panorama of the Adriatic and Ionian coastlines.

Right Side Highlights
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Hohe Tauern National Park

Catch a glimpse of the Grossglockner, Austria's highest peak, and its surrounding glaciers.

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Dalmatian Archipelago

Stunning views of the hundreds of Croatian islands like Hvar and Brač set in turquoise waters.

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Dubrovnik

The red-roofed 'Pearl of the Adriatic' is frequently visible along the flight path near the border of Croatia.

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Ionian Sea

Vibrant blue waters stretching toward the horizon as the flight passes the Greek islands of Corfu and Zakynthos.

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Peloponnese Peninsula

The rugged coast of southern Greece featuring deep bays and historical coastal towns.

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Lefka Ori

The 'White Mountains' of Crete provide a dramatic backdrop as you bank for the final landing in Heraklion.

The right side is the 'gold standard' for this route, offering a mix of alpine majesty and Mediterranean coastal beauty. For midday flights, use a window shade to mitigate the southern sun. During an evening flight, this side offers a spectacular sunset over the Mediterranean Sea as you approach Crete.

Left Side Highlights
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Dachstein Massif

View the rugged limestone peaks of the Northern Calcareous Alps shortly after departure.

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Styrian Basin

The rolling green hills of southern Austria and the city of Graz visible to the east.

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Dinaric Alps

Observe the harsh, white karst landscape of the Balkan interior through Bosnia and Montenegro.

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Mount Olympus

As you enter Greek airspace, look for the legendary home of the gods rising above the clouds.

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Santorini Caldera

On the final descent, the iconic crescent shape of Santorini is often visible in the distance to the northeast.

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Dia Island

A small, uninhabited island shaped like a lizard just north of the Heraklion coastline.

Sit on the left if you prefer inland mountain landscapes and want a chance to spot the famous Cyclades islands like Santorini during the final approach phase. Morning flights provide excellent lighting on this side without the direct sun glare common in the afternoon.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,695 km (1,053 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 16 min

Departure: LNZ (48.2332, 14.1875)

Arrival: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)

Route Type: International

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