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PFO → CHQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Paphos International Airport (Paphos) to Chania International Airport (Chania)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a front-row seat to the Dodecanese islands and the stunning northern coastline of Crete, culminating in a dramatic approach over Souda Bay.
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Akamas Peninsula
The rugged, protected wilderness of Cyprus's northwestern tip visible shortly after takeoff.
Karpathos and Kasos
Distant but distinct views of these Dodecanese islands bridging the gap between Rhodes and Crete.
Mirabello Bay
The large, turquoise bay in eastern Crete, home to the town of Agios Nikolaos.
Mount Ida (Psiloritis)
Crete's highest mountain, central to Greek mythology as the birthplace of Zeus.
Souda Bay
One of the Mediterranean's largest natural harbors, visible just before touchdown at CHQ.
Akrotiri Peninsula
The dramatic rocky landscape surrounding Chania airport, featuring ancient monasteries.
Sit on the right for the best coastal geography. After leaving Paphos, look out immediately for the Blue Lagoon area of Cyprus. During the flight, the island chain to the north is often visible. Most flights approach Chania from the east, meaning you'll fly parallel to Crete's north coast for several minutes, offering excellent photo opportunities of the shoreline.
Book Hotels in ChaniaLevantine Basin
Expansive views of the deep blue Mediterranean Sea stretching toward the African coast.
White Mountains (Lefka Ori)
The massive limestone peaks of western Crete, often snow-capped until late spring.
Libyan Sea Horizon
On clear days, the vast southern horizon provides a sense of the scale of the Mediterranean.
Chania Outskirts
Views of the rural landscape and olive groves south of the city during the final descent.
Choose this side for late afternoon or sunset flights to avoid the direct northern sun glare. It offers a spectacular perspective of the Cretan mountains' scale as you approach Chania from the east, especially during the winter when the peaks are covered in snow.
Get eSIMs for Cyprus
Get eSIMs for GreeceDistance: 763 km (474 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 16 min
Departure: PFO (34.71799850463867, 32.48569869995117)
Arrival: CHQ (35.531700134277344, 24.14970016479492)
Route Type: International
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