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MAN → JTR
Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester Airport (Manchester) to Santorini Airport (Thira)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer spectacular views of the Alps and the Mediterranean, the Right Side is superior for the approach into Santorini, frequently offering the iconic view of the caldera and the volcano before landing.
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Manchester Exit
Views of the Manchester skyline and the Cheshire Plain immediately after takeoff.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in Western Europe often visible in the distance over the French-Italian border.
Gulf of Corinth
Crossing the narrow stretch of water separating the Peloponnese from mainland Greece.
Santorini Caldera
The world-famous volcanic crater and the white-washed villages of Oia and Fira.
Book a seat in the front or rear third of the cabin to ensure the wing doesn't block your view of the caldera. For the best photography of the Santorini cliffs, an afternoon flight provides the most dramatic golden hour lighting on the caldera walls.
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The Swiss Alps
Panoramic views of the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the central Alpine range.
Dalmatian Coast
The intricate shoreline of Croatia and the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea.
Northern Cyclades
Aerial perspectives of islands like Mykonos, Tinos, and Naxos during the descent.
The left side is preferable if you want to avoid direct sunlight on a morning flight. It offers excellent views of the Balkan coastline, but you may miss the main caldera view upon arrival at JTR depending on the wind direction.
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Get eSIMs for GreeceDistance: 2,855 km (1,774 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 48 min
Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Arrival: JTR (36.39920043945313, 25.47929954528809)
Route Type: International
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