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MJT → SKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Mytilene International Airport (Mytilini) to Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (Thessaloniki)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the monastic state of Mount Athos and the stunning turquoise waters of the Chalkidiki peninsulas before a panoramic approach into Thessaloniki.
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Lesvos Gulf of Gera
The unique, almost landlocked bay of Lesvos visible immediately after takeoff from Mytilene.
Mount Athos
The UNESCO-listed monastic community with its ancient stone structures perched on steep cliffs.
Sithonia Peninsula
The middle 'finger' of Chalkidiki, showcasing deep green forests meeting bright blue Aegean waters.
Kassandra Peninsula
The westernmost peninsula of Chalkidiki, famous for its golden sand beaches and luxury resorts.
Thessaloniki Waterfront
A sweeping view of the White Tower, the port, and the long promenade during the final descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photos. Watch closely mid-flight for the vertical cliffs of the Athos peninsula; the monasteries are visible even from high altitudes. During the descent, you get the most comprehensive view of the Thessaloniki city skyline as the plane banks over the Thermaic Gulf.
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Anatolian Coast
Distant views of the Turkish mainland and the Gulf of Edremit shortly after departure.
Lemnos Island
The rolling volcanic hills and the horseshoe-shaped bay of Moudros in the northern Aegean.
Thasos Island
Known as the 'Emerald Isle,' its dense pine forests and white marble quarries are clearly visible.
Mount Pangaion
A prominent mountain range on the mainland known for its historical gold and silver mines.
Thessaloniki Suburbs
Views of the Pylaia and Kalamaria districts as the plane aligns with the runway.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the mainland. Look for the distinct white scars of marble quarries on Thasos. If the flight path takes a northern loop, you will see the rugged coastline of Kavala and the Strymonic Gulf more clearly than the left side.
Book Hotels in ThessalonikiDistance: 350 km (217 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 35 min
Departure: MJT (39.0567016602, 26.5983009338)
Arrival: SKG (40.51969909667969, 22.97089958190918)
Route Type: Domestic
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