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OTP → SKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest) to Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (Thessaloniki)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the highest mountain ranges in the Balkans, including the Rila and Pirin massifs, culminating with a breathtaking view of Mount Olympus on the final approach to Thessaloniki.
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Rila Mountains
Spot the snow-capped Musala peak, the highest point in the entire Balkan Peninsula.
Pirin National Park
Aerial views of the jagged marble peaks and glacial lakes of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Mount Olympus
The legendary home of the Greek gods dominates the horizon to the west during the descent into SKG.
Thermaic Gulf
Sweeping views of the Aegean blue and the coastline as the plane aligns with the runway.
The right side is unbeatable for mountain lovers. On late afternoon flights, the sun sets over the Olympus range, creating a dramatic silhouette. Ensure you are seated forward of the wing for the clearest view of the peaks.
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Danube River
Watch the natural border between Romania and Bulgaria as you cross the wide, winding river near Giurgiu-Ruse.
Stara Planina Range
View the eastern stretches of the Balkan Mountains cutting through central Bulgaria.
Thessaloniki Waterfront
A great perspective of the city's sprawling urban layout and the historic White Tower near the port.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and for a better view of the city center and the Chalkidiki peninsulas if the plane circles east for landing.
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Get eSIMs for GreeceDistance: 518 km (322 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 52 min
Departure: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Arrival: SKG (40.51969909667969, 22.97089958190918)
Route Type: International
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