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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior perspective of the Eastern Alps during the mid-flight phase and provides a breathtaking view of the Lebanese coastline and Beirut city skyline during the final approach over the Mediterranean.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Prague & Bohemia

Glance over the historic landscapes of Bohemia and the distinctive layout of the Czech capital.

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Eastern Alps

In the distance, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Austrian Alps are often visible on clear days.

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Dalmatian Coast

Depending on the exact airway, the shimmering Adriatic Sea and the Croatian islands can be seen to the west.

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The Cyclades

Panoramic views of the iconic Greek island clusters like Mykonos and Santorini from high altitude.

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Beirut Corniche

During the descent into BEY, the right side captures the Mediterranean shoreline and the dense urban sprawl of Beirut.

The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Mediterranean. On approach to Beirut Rafic Hariri Airport, planes usually bank over the sea, giving right-side passengers a front-row seat to the city's dramatic coastal geography. Use a window seat behind the wing for the clearest photography of the Lebanese mountains meeting the sea.

Left Side Highlights
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Berlin & Spreewald

Immediate views of Berlin's urban sprawl and the green biosphere reserve of the Spreewald south of the city.

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Danube & Budapest

The flight path often passes near Budapest, offering a clear view of the Danube winding through the Hungarian capital.

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Balkan Mountains

Cross over the rugged Rila and Pirin mountain ranges in Bulgaria with their high alpine peaks.

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Aegean Islands

Look down at the Dodecanese islands, including Rhodes, surrounded by the deep azure of the Aegean Sea.

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Cyprus North Coast

Aerial perspective of the Kyrenia mountain range and the northern shoreline of Cyprus before the final leg.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. This side is better for spotting major inland cities like Budapest and Sofia. Keep an eye out for the distinctive shape of the Karpas Peninsula in Cyprus during the later stages of the flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,705 km (1,681 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 36 min

Departure: SXF (52.380001, 13.5225)

Arrival: BEY (33.820899963378906, 35.488399505615234)

Route Type: International

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