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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers spectacular views of the Aegean Sea archipelagos and a more scenic approach into Chania, showcasing the dramatic coastline of the Akrotiri Peninsula.

Left Side Highlights
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Baltic Archipelago

Immediately after takeoff from NYO, view the intricate network of islands and inlets along the Swedish coast.

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Tatra Mountains

Cross the border of Poland and Slovakia with views of the jagged, high-altitude peaks of the Carpathian range.

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Belgrade and the Danube

Look for the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers as you fly over the Serbian capital.

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Cyclades Islands

A stunning mosaic of Greek islands like Milos or Santorini scattered across the deep blue Aegean Sea.

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Akrotiri Peninsula

The final descent offers close-up views of the rugged Cretan coastline and isolated monasteries near the airport.

Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind the plane, providing better lighting for photography. During the final 20 minutes of the flight, the island-hopping views over the Aegean are unparalleled. If flying in autumn, look for the sharp contrast between the green Balkans and the arid Greek landscapes.

Right Side Highlights
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Gdańsk Bay

Early in the flight, catch glimpses of the busy shipping lanes and port infrastructure of northern Poland.

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Dinaric Alps

The rugged limestone mountains stretching through the Balkans provide a dramatic, textured landscape.

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Peloponnese Coastline

Spot the southern tip of the Greek mainland with its deep gulfs and mountainous peninsulas.

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Lefka Ori (White Mountains)

As you approach Crete, the massive limestone peaks of the White Mountains dominate the southern horizon.

The right side is ideal for sunset flights, as you'll see the sun dip into the Mediterranean. Keep your window shade down during the midday flight over central Europe to avoid the intense glare, but open it as you reach the Greek coast for a view of the dramatic White Mountains which can stay snow-capped until early summer.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,640 km (1,640 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 31 min

Departure: NYO (58.78860092163086, 16.912200927734375)

Arrival: CHQ (35.531700134277344, 24.14970016479492)

Route Type: International

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