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MAN → SKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Manchester Airport (Manchester) to Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (Thessaloniki)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers a more dramatic view of the Central Alps, the sparkling Adriatic coastline, and a prime view of Mount Olympus during the descent into Thessaloniki.
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London & South East
Frequent flight paths provide a distant view of the London skyline and the Thames Estuary shortly after takeoff.
The Swiss & Italian Alps
Stunning vistas of Europe's highest peaks, including the distant silhouettes of the Eiger and Matterhorn.
Dalmatian Coast
Views of the Croatian islands and the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea as the plane heads south.
Dinaric Alps
The white limestone peaks of Montenegro and Albania creating a stark, beautiful landscape.
Mount Olympus
The legendary home of the Greek gods, visible to the south as you descend into the Thermaic Gulf.
This is the 'photographer's side.' The descent into SKG often involves a turn over the Thermaic Gulf; the right side offers the best angle of Mount Olympus. On morning flights, you'll have the sun behind you for better pictures of the Alps.
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The English Channel
Aerial views of the narrow crossing between the UK and mainland Europe, often filled with cargo ships.
Bavarian Plains
Sweeping views of Southern Germany and the outskirts of Munich's industrial heartland.
Hohe Tauern Alps
The rugged Eastern Alps of Austria, featuring jagged peaks and high-altitude glaciers.
Balkan Interior
Dense forests and deep river valleys across Serbia and North Macedonia.
Thessaloniki City
On specific landing patterns, the left side gets a panoramic view of the city's White Tower and waterfront.
Sit here if you want to see the sprawling urban landscape of Central Europe. In the winter months, the Austrian Alps are especially photogenic on this side. Best lighting is usually found on afternoon flights when the sun is to the south.
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Get eSIMs for GreeceDistance: 2,369 km (1,472 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 10 min
Departure: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Arrival: SKG (40.51969909667969, 22.97089958190918)
Route Type: International
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