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PFO → KUN
Which side of the plane to sit from Paphos International Airport (Paphos) to Kaunas International Airport (Kaunas)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the Greek islands, the Balkan mountain ranges, and the sprawling lake districts of Northern Poland before the descent into Kaunas.
Dodecanese Islands
Exiting the Mediterranean, you will see Rhodes and the smaller Dodecanese islands dotting the deep blue Aegean Sea.
Aegean Coastline
Views of the rugged western Turkish coast and the numerous inlets of the Aegean Peninsula.
Vitosha Mountain & Sofia
As you cross Bulgaria, look for the massive Vitosha dome overlooking the capital city of Sofia.
Western Carpathians
Dramatic views of the High Tatras and the forested peaks that define the border between Slovakia and Poland.
Masurian Lake District
As you approach Lithuania, the landscape transforms into thousands of small, interconnected lakes across northern Poland.
For the best views of the Aegean islands, a daytime flight is essential. During autumn, the Carpathian mountains on the left side offer stunning foliage colors. Sit behind the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the view of the Masurian Lakes during the initial descent phase.
Taurus Mountains
Incredible views of the snow-capped Taurus range in Turkey shortly after leaving the Mediterranean.
Lake Beyşehir
Turkey's largest freshwater lake appears as a turquoise jewel set against the Anatolian plateau.
Istanbul & Bosphorus
On clear days, if the flight path tracks east, the shimmering Bosphorus and the vast urban sprawl of Istanbul are visible in the distance.
Bucharest
The Romanian capital is often visible to the east, recognizable by its massive Palace of the Parliament.
Neris River Valley
As the plane enters Lithuanian airspace, the winding Neris River cuts through dense Baltic forests.
The right side is excellent for early morning flights as the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photography of the Turkish mountains. Look out for the Bosphorus strait roughly 45-60 minutes into the flight depending on the specific air corridor used.
Distance: 2,343 km (1,456 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 7 min
Departure: PFO (34.71799850463867, 32.48569869995117)
Arrival: KUN (54.96390151977539, 24.084800720214844)
Route Type: International
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