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SKP → LJU
Which side of the plane to sit from Skopje Alexander the Great Airport (Skopje) to Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (Ljubljana)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning combination of the rugged Accursed Mountains and a panoramic view of the turquoise Adriatic coastline and Dalmatian islands as you head northwest.
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Shar Mountains
Dramatic views of the snow-capped peaks bordering Macedonia and Kosovo immediately after takeoff.
Prokletije Range
The 'Accursed Mountains' of Montenegro and Albania featuring sharp, karst limestone ridges.
Adriatic Coastline
Stunning vistas of the blue Adriatic Sea and the intricate network of Croatian islands like Brač and Hvar.
Velebit Mountain Range
The largest mountain range in Croatia, forming a dramatic barrier between the coast and the hinterland.
Ljubljana Marshes
The unique ecosystem of the Ljubljansko Barje appearing just before touchdown.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare while capturing the glisten of the Adriatic. This side is superior for seeing the coastline transition into the limestone cliffs of the Dinaric Alps. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes into the flight for the Prokletije peaks.
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Skopje Cityscape
A clear view of the Macedonian capital and the Millennium Cross on Mount Vodno during initial climb.
Bosnian Highlands
Deep forested valleys and winding river canyons of central Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Zagreb Area
On clear days, the urban sprawl of the Croatian capital is visible to the north as you cross the border.
Kamnik-Savinja Alps
Spectacular jagged peaks of the Slovenian Alps providing a backdrop during the descent into LJU.
Choose the right side for the best views of the Kamnik-Savinja Alps during the final approach into Ljubljana. This side is better for afternoon flights to enjoy the warm 'golden hour' light hitting the Bosnian and Slovenian mountain faces. Watch for the Sava River as it winds toward the destination.
Book Hotels in LjubljanaDistance: 742 km (461 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min
Departure: SKP (41.961601, 21.621401)
Arrival: LJU (46.223701, 14.4576)
Route Type: International
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