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LTN → HER
Which side of the plane to sit from London Luton Airport (London) to Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the London skyline upon departure, iconic peaks like Mont Blanc, and a breathtaking parallel view of the Cretan coastline on final approach.
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Greater London
Excellent views of the Thames, the City, and the sprawling metropolitan area shortly after takeoff.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in Western Europe is often visible during the high-altitude transit over the French-Italian border.
Italian Peninsula
Fly along the 'spine' of Italy with views of the Apennine Mountains and the Tyrrhenian coast.
Peloponnese
The historic mountains, deep blue bays, and ancient landscapes of southern mainland Greece.
Mt. Ida (Psiloritis)
The legendary birthplace of Zeus is visible as the aircraft banks over the Cretan Sea for its final approach.
Choose the right side for morning flights to stay in the shade while the sun is in the east. On the final approach into HER, this side provides a spectacular panoramic view of Heraklion city and the Venetian harbor.
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English Channel
Cross the historic stretch of water between the White Cliffs of Dover and the French coastline.
Central Alps
Stunning vistas of snow-capped Swiss and Austrian peaks and deep glacial valleys.
Venetian Lagoon
A distant view of the unique island-city of Venice and the intricate Adriatic coastline.
Dalmatian Coast
The rugged, island-dotted shoreline of Croatia and Albania shimmering in the sunlight.
Aegean Islands
Scattered white-washed islands like Milos or Santorini appearing as you descend toward Crete.
The left side is ideal for evening flights to avoid the glare of the setting sun. During the final descent, keep a sharp eye out for the distinctive volcanic caldera of Santorini to the north.
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Get eSIMs for GreeceDistance: 2,733 km (1,698 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 39 min
Departure: LTN (51.87469863891602, -0.36833301186561584)
Arrival: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)
Route Type: International
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