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SKP → ZRH
Which side of the plane to sit from Skopje Alexander the Great Airport (Skopje) to Zürich Airport (Zurich)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers a superior combination of the dramatic Adriatic coastline, the Dalmatian islands, and a spectacular entry into the Swiss Alps. It captures the transition from Mediterranean blues to alpine whites more effectively than the right side.
Skopje and Vardar Valley
Immediate views of the Macedonian capital and the winding Vardar River upon takeoff from SKP.
Prokletije Mountains
Also known as the Accursed Mountains, these jagged limestone peaks on the border of Albania and Montenegro are visually striking.
Dalmatian Archipelago
Stunning aerial views of the Croatian islands, including Hvar and Brač, and the turquoise waters of the Adriatic Sea.
Julian Alps
As the flight crosses into Slovenia, you'll see the snow-capped peaks of the Triglav National Park area.
Glarus Alps
On the final approach to Zurich, the peaks of central Switzerland, including the Glärnisch massif, dominate the horizon.
Choose a seat in the front or rear of the wing to avoid obstructing the view of the Adriatic coast. A morning flight is ideal for this side as the sun will be behind the aircraft, providing perfect lighting for photography of the Croatian islands and the Swiss Alps.
Dinaric Alps
The rugged karst landscape of the interior Balkan Peninsula stretches across Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia.
Zagreb Metropolitan Area
A view of the Croatian capital nestled between the Medvednica mountain and the Sava River.
Hohe Tauern Range
Distant views of Austria's highest peaks, including the Grossglockner, visible as you traverse toward the Swiss border.
Lake Constance (Bodensee)
The massive lake that serves as the tripoint between Germany, Austria, and Switzerland is a major landmark during descent.
Appenzell Hills
The quintessential rolling green Swiss landscapes and small villages leading into the Zurich metropolitan area.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights, as the sun is on the left, preventing glare. Watch for the descent pattern into ZRH; if landing from the north, you'll get a spectacular sweep over the German border and the Rhine Falls just before touchdown.
Distance: 1,198 km (744 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: SKP (41.961601, 21.621401)
Arrival: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Route Type: International
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