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SKG → ARN
Which side of the plane to sit from Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (Thessaloniki) to Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (Stockholm)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior for this northbound journey, offering a direct view of the jagged High Tatra mountains and the incomparable beauty of the Stockholm Archipelago during the arrival sequence into Arlanda.
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Balkan Mountains
Dramatic ridges of the Stara Planina range visible as you exit Greek airspace.
Danube River Meanders
The silver ribbon of the Danube winding through the Great Hungarian Plain.
High Tatra Peaks
The highest range in the Carpathians, featuring snow-capped granite peaks on the Slovak-Polish border.
Warsaw Skyline
The modern skyscrapers and the Palace of Culture and Science in the heart of Poland.
Gotland and Öland
The distinct shapes of Sweden's largest islands as you cross the Baltic Sea.
Stockholm Archipelago
A breathtaking mosaic of 30,000 islands and islets visible during the descent into Arlanda.
The right side is non-negotiable for the Stockholm arrival; most standard flight paths from the south bank right over the archipelago. During winter months, this side offers the best chance to see the 'blue hour' over the Baltic Sea. Keep your camera ready as soon as the descent starts over the Swedish coast.
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Thessaloniki Waterfront
Aerial view of the White Tower and the Thermaic Gulf immediately after takeoff from SKG.
Belgrade Confluence
The meeting point of the Sava and Danube rivers near the historic Kalemegdan Fortress.
Buda Castle & District
A stunning look at the historic castle hill and the hilly side of the Hungarian capital.
Bohemian Massif
The dense forests and rolling hills along the border of Czechia and Germany.
German Baltic Coast
The transition from mainland Europe to the sea, often passing near the island of Rügen.
Lake Mälaren
Sweden's third-largest lake, dotted with thousands of small islands near the final approach.
For the best experience, choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you on this side, providing perfectly lit landscapes for photography of Budapest and the Swedish interior. Watch for the 'Blue Banana' corridor of European light at night.
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Get eSIMs for SwedenDistance: 2,156 km (1,340 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 52 min
Departure: SKG (40.51969909667969, 22.97089958190918)
Arrival: ARN (59.65190124511699, 17.918600082397)
Route Type: International
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