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STR → KGS
Which side of the plane to sit from Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart) to Kos Airport (Kos)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panoramic experience, featuring a long stretch of the stunning Adriatic coastline, the majestic peaks of Mount Olympus, and an extensive tour of the most famous Greek island chains during the descent.
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Swiss/Italian Alps
Glimpses of high-altitude summits and alpine lakes as you transition from German to Mediterranean airspace.
Dalmatian Coast
The incredible sight of Croatia's thousands of islands and the walled city of Dubrovnik from 30,000 feet.
Mount Olympus
Direct views of the highest mountain in Greece, legendary home of the gods, often rising above the clouds.
Athens & Attica
On many flight paths, you can spot the sprawling city of Athens and the Piraeus harbor to the west.
The Cyclades
A breathtaking descent over the white-and-blue islands of Mykonos, Naxos, and Amorgos before landing.
The right side is unbeatable for island spotting. During an afternoon flight, you will enjoy a golden hour glow over the Aegean islands, though be prepared for some direct sun. During the final approach into Kos, look for the volcanic island of Nisyros to the south.
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Spectacular views of the rugged Tyrolean peaks and snow-capped glaciers shortly after departure.
Dinaric Alps
The wild, mountainous landscapes of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro provide a dramatic terrain shift.
Northern Aegean
Vast blue expanses dotted with the remote islands of Limnos and Lesvos as you head south.
Turkish Coastline
Near the final descent, the Bodrum peninsula and the Turkish mainland become clearly visible across the strait.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is also excellent for spotting the mainland mountains of the Balkans. If the flight path is more easterly, look for the unique turquoise swirls of the northern Aegean coastlines.
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Get eSIMs for GreeceDistance: 1,961 km (1,219 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 37 min
Departure: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)
Arrival: KGS (36.79330062866211, 27.09169960021973)
Route Type: International
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