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NCL → PFO
Which side of the plane to sit from Newcastle Airport (Newcastle) to Paphos International Airport (Paphos)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more consistent viewing experience, featuring the snow-capped peaks of the Eastern Alps, the rugged Balkan coastline, and a stunning traverse over the Greek Aegean islands before descending into Cyprus.
North Sea & Dutch Coast
Aerial views of the North Sea oil rigs followed by the intricate coastline and wind farms of the Netherlands.
Eastern Alps
Spectacular views of the Austrian and Slovenian Alps, featuring jagged, snow-dusted peaks and deep valleys.
Dinaric Alps
The dramatic, karst limestone mountains stretching along the Balkan Peninsula through Croatia and Bosnia.
Aegean Archipelago
A stunning sequence of Greek islands, including the Dodecanese chain and the island of Rhodes.
Akamas Peninsula
The rugged, northwestern tip of Cyprus with its distinctive turquoise lagoons and limestone cliffs.
For morning flights, the left side is shielded from the harshest direct sunlight. Approximately 2 to 2.5 hours into the flight, keep your camera ready for the Alps. As you approach Cyprus, this side provides the best view of the island's northern and western coastlines.
Western European Sprawl
Clear views of the dense urban landscapes and industrial hubs of Western Germany and the Rhine valley.
Swiss Peak Vistas
Distances views of the higher Swiss Alps peaks, often visible on the horizon during clear weather.
Adriatic Expanse
The deep blue waters of the Adriatic Sea and the distant silhouette of the Italian coastline.
Mediterranean Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the sunset over the open sea on late afternoon or evening departures.
Paphos Harbor
A view of the Paphos archaeological site, lighthouse, and tourist harbor during the final turn for landing.
Choose the right side if you are flying in the late afternoon to catch a Mediterranean sunset. On the final approach into PFO, the right side usually provides a better view of the Paphos tourist area and the Mediterranean sea before touchdown.
Distance: 3,456 km (2,147 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 4 min
Departure: NCL (55.037498474121094, -1.6916699409484863)
Arrival: PFO (34.71799850463867, 32.48569869995117)
Route Type: International
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