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SOF → ATH
Which side of the plane to sit from Sofia Airport (Sofia) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the most iconic landmarks, including the Rila mountains of Bulgaria and the legendary Mount Olympus in Greece.
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Rila & Pirin Ranges
Spectacular views of Bulgaria's highest alpine peaks and glacial lakes shortly after takeoff.
Mount Olympus
A direct view of the majestic Mytikas peak, legendary home of the twelve Olympian gods.
Pagasetic Gulf
The nearly circular bay of Volos surrounded by the mythical Pelion peninsula.
Athens Urban Sprawl
Aerial view of the ancient city, including the Parthenon and Lycabettus Hill on northern approaches.
Saronic Gulf
The busy shipping lanes and ferries departing from the Port of Piraeus visible during the pattern.
The right side is the clear winner for mountain lovers. Try to book a window seat away from the wing to fully appreciate Mount Olympus. For the best photography of the Rila lakes, look out within the first 15 minutes of departure from Sofia.
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Rhodope Mountains
Lush, rolling greenery of the expansive range spanning the Bulgarian-Greek border.
North Aegean Sea
Deep blue vistas as the flight leaves the Balkan Peninsula and heads over water.
Island of Evia
Detailed views of the rugged eastern coastline and mountain ridges of Greece's second largest island.
Mesogeia Plain
The patchwork of vineyards and olive groves surrounding Athens Airport during final descent.
Sit on the left for softer morning light and expansive sea views. This side is particularly scenic during the descent into ATH when the aircraft follows the coastline of the Euboean Gulf.
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Get eSIMs for GreeceDistance: 531 km (330 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 53 min
Departure: SOF (42.69669342041016, 23.411436080932617)
Arrival: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Route Type: International
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