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SPU → ATH
Which side of the plane to sit from Split Airport (Split) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled coastal panorama of the Adriatic, the dramatic Montenegrin fjords, and the scattered Ionian islands of Greece.
Dalmatian Archipelago
Views of Hvar, Korčula, and Mljet islands nestled in the turquoise Adriatic Sea shortly after takeoff.
Bay of Kotor
Montenegro's stunning submerged river canyon, often cited as one of the most scenic spots in Europe.
Albanian Riviera
A stretch of pristine white beaches and turquoise water between Vlorë and Sarandë.
Ionian Islands
Bird's-eye views of Corfu, Lefkada, and the smaller turquoise islets off the western Greek coast.
Gulf of Corinth
The narrow waterway separating the Peloponnesian peninsula from the Greek mainland.
Saronic Gulf
Islands like Aegina and Salamis visible as the plane maneuvers for its final approach into Athens.
Sit on the right for sunset flights to witness the sun dipping into the Ionian Sea. Keep your camera ready for the Bay of Kotor about 25 minutes into the flight. On clear days, the contrast between the white coastal sands and the deep blue sea is spectacular.
Biokovo Mountains
Massive limestone cliffs that dominate the coastline immediately after takeoff from Split.
Dinaric Alps
The rugged, snow-dusted spine of the Balkans stretching across Bosnia and Montenegro.
Pindus Range
Dense forest-covered peaks and deep gorges in northwestern Greece, known as the spine of the country.
Lake Trichonida
The largest natural lake in Greece, appearing as a vast blue mirror amidst the western Greek terrain.
Mount Parnassus
The legendary mountain near Delphi, often visible during the descent into the Attica region.
Sit here for morning flights to see the sun illuminate the limestone peaks of the Balkans. This side is ideal for spotting inland landmarks and the intricate topography of the Greek mainland during the final descent.
Distance: 895 km (556 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: SPU (43.53889846801758, 16.29800033569336)
Arrival: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Route Type: International
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