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MUC → ATH
Which side of the plane to sit from Munich Airport (Munich) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a breathtaking journey over the highest peaks of the Austrian Alps followed by a long, scenic stretch along the turquoise Adriatic coastline and the rugged islands of Croatia.
Grossglockner
The highest peak in Austria is often visible during the first 20 minutes of the flight.
Dalmatian Coast
A spectacular view of Croatia's thousand islands and the deep blue waters of the Adriatic Sea.
Boka Kotorska
The winding, fjord-like Bay of Kotor in Montenegro is a major highlight mid-flight.
Gulf of Corinth
As the plane turns toward Athens, you may see the narrow strip of water separating the Peloponnese from mainland Greece.
Athens City & Acropolis
On specific landing patterns (Runway 03), the right side offers a distant but clear view of the Parthenon and the Saronic Gulf.
Sit behind the wing for unobstructed views of the Alpine glaciers. This side is most dramatic during afternoon flights when the sun illuminates the Croatian islands. If the approach path circles the city from the south, you'll have the best chance of spotting the ancient ruins of Athens.
Chiemsee Lake
Shortly after takeoff from Munich, look down for Bavaria's largest lake, often called the 'Bavarian Sea'.
High Tauern Range
The eastern section of the Austrian Alps, featuring dramatic glaciers and sharp granite peaks.
Belgrade & Danube
On clear days, the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers near Belgrade is visible in the distance.
Mount Olympus
As you enter Greek airspace, look for the mythical home of the gods rising prominently to the south.
Euboea (Evia)
The long, mountainous island of Evia provides a stunning coastal backdrop during the descent into Athens.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. It provides a more stable view of the Pannonian Basin and the eastern Balkan interior. Keep an eye out for the Aegean Sea during the final 20 minutes of flight for a beautiful blue horizon.
Distance: 1,518 km (943 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 1 min
Departure: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Arrival: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Route Type: International
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