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ORY → ATH
Which side of the plane to sit from Paris-Orly Airport (Paris) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is typically superior as it offers closer perspectives of the highest Alpine peaks, including Mont Blanc, and a more dramatic descent over the Euboean Gulf and the island of Evia.
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Paris Suburbs
Views of the southern Parisian urban sprawl and the Seine river winding south of the city.
Mont Blanc & The Alps
Spectacular views of the highest peaks in Europe, including the snow-capped massif of Mont Blanc.
Italian Adriatic Coast
The coastline of Italy near Ancona and the deep blue of the Adriatic Sea.
Pindus Mountains
The rugged, mountainous 'spine' of Greece featuring deep gorges and limestone peaks.
Evia Island
A beautiful approach over the long island of Evia and the narrow straits separating it from the mainland.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. Watch closely about 50 minutes into the flight for the best Alpine views. During the final approach, the left side often sees the Marathon Lake and the Attic coastline.
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Massif Central
The ancient volcanic plateaus of central France visible shortly after departure.
Southern French Alps
Views of the Ecrins National Park and the sharp peaks of the Maritime Alps.
Apennine Mountains
The central mountain range of Italy stretching down the peninsula toward the south.
Gulf of Corinth
The narrow sea passage separating the Peloponnese from mainland Greece.
Saronic Gulf
Views of Aegina and Salamis islands and the busy shipping lanes leading to Piraeus port.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Mediterranean. On the final descent into Athens, the right side often provides a better view of the Peloponnese mountains and the Saronic islands if the flight path approaches from the west.
Book Hotels in AthensDistance: 2,105 km (1,308 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 48 min
Departure: ORY (48.7233333, 2.3794444)
Arrival: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Route Type: International
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