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SKG → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (Thessaloniki) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the High Alps, the Adriatic coastline, and a more scenic approach into the UK across the English Channel.
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Thermaic Gulf
Panoramic views of the Thessaloniki waterfront and the White Tower immediately after takeoff.
Dinaric Alps
Rugged limestone peaks stretching across the Balkan Peninsula through Montenegro and Bosnia.
Adriatic Horizon
On clear days, the shimmering blue of the Adriatic Sea and the distant Italian coastline are visible.
The Swiss & Austrian Alps
Spectacular views of the highest snow-capped peaks in Europe as the flight crosses the Alpine spine.
Reims & Champagne
The rolling hills and historic vineyards of the French Champagne region.
English Channel
A clear view of the busy shipping lanes and the white cliffs of the UK southern coast during descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare while seeing the Alps. For late afternoon flights, you'll witness a stunning sunset over Western Europe. Look out for the transition from the rugged Balkans to the manicured fields of France about 2 hours into the flight.
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Mount Olympus
The legendary home of the Greek Gods is often visible to the south-west shortly after departure from SKG.
Belgrade
The confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers at the heart of the Serbian capital.
Bavarian Alps
The northern fringes of the Alpine range, featuring dense forests and deep valleys.
Rhine Valley
The winding Rhine river, famous for its steep vineyards and historic hilltop castles.
Rotterdam & Benelux
Aerial views of one of the world's largest ports and the intricate canal systems of the Netherlands.
Thames Estuary
Views of the industrial and natural landscapes where the River Thames meets the North Sea.
The right side is excellent for spotting major European cities like Munich or Frankfurt if the flight path trends north. In winter, the northern Alpine slopes on this side provide dramatic shadows and high contrast for photography. Keep an eye out for the massive wind farms in the North Sea just before entering UK airspace.
Book Hotels in LondonDistance: 2,144 km (1,332 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 52 min
Departure: SKG (40.51969909667969, 22.97089958190918)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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