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SMI → DUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Samos Airport (Samos) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an exceptional view of the Aegean archipelagos immediately after takeoff, followed by a dramatic traversal of the Dalmatian Coast and a scenic entry into the heart of the Alps.
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Cyclades & Ikaria
Aerial views of the deep blue Aegean Sea dotted with the white-washed villages of the Greek islands.
Adriatic Coastline
The rugged, turquoise waters and thousand islands of the Croatian and Montenegrin coast.
Central Alps
Glaciated peaks and high-altitude valleys as the flight crosses into Central Europe.
Middle Rhine Valley
Views of the winding Rhine River, dotted with historic castles and steep vineyards near the descent.
Düsseldorf Cityscape
On final approach, a clear view of the Rheinturm and the modern architecture of the Media Harbour.
Sit on the left for the best lighting during morning and early afternoon flights, as the sun will be behind or above the plane. During the SMI departure, the left side typically looks back toward the island's mountainous interior and the neighboring island of Ikaria. Watch for the dramatic transition from the blue Mediterranean to the green landscapes of Germany.
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Turkish Riviera
Immediate views of the Dilek Peninsula and the Turkish mainland near Kuşadası after takeoff.
Mount Olympus
The majestic home of the Greek gods rising above the clouds in Northern Greece.
Dinaric Alps
The limestone karst landscapes and deep canyons of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Lake Constance
A massive freshwater lake where Germany, Austria, and Switzerland meet.
Ruhr District
The vast industrial heartland and urban sprawl of the Rhine-Ruhr metropolitan region.
The right side is excellent for seeing the Turkish coast during the initial climb. However, be aware that on south-to-north flights, this side can be subject to significant sun glare during the middle of the day. For the approach into DUS, the right side often looks out over the airport's cargo terminals and the northern suburbs of the city.
Book Hotels in DuesseldorfDistance: 2,186 km (1,358 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 55 min
Departure: SMI (37.68999862670898, 26.911699295043945)
Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Route Type: International
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