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TLV → ATH
Which side of the plane to sit from Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv) to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (Athens)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Israeli coastline during departure and provides a more direct perspective of the dense Dodecanese and Cyclades island chains before descending over the iconic Cape Sounion.
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Tel Aviv Skyline
Immediate views of the 'White City' and the Mediterranean coastline shortly after takeoff.
Anatolian Coast
Distant views of the rugged Taurus Mountains along the southern Turkish coastline to the north.
The Dodecanese
Clear views of islands such as Rhodes, Kos, and Patmos scattered across the sea.
Cycladic Pearls
Direct views over Mykonos, Tinos, and the unique architecture of the Aegean villages.
Cape Sounion
Look for the white marble columns of the Temple of Poseidon on the cliff edge during the descent.
The right side is the winner for coastline lovers. For the best experience, book an afternoon flight to see the islands bathed in golden hour light. Ensure you have a window seat clear of the wing to spot the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion as the plane turns north toward the runway.
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Mediterranean Horizon
Expansive views of the deep azure Mediterranean Sea as you exit Israeli airspace.
Southern Cyclades
Aerial perspectives of islands like Milos and the southern rim of the Aegean archipelago.
Saronic Gulf
Views of Hydra, Spetses, and Aegina islands during the final descent into Attica.
Piraeus Port
The massive shipping infrastructure and ferries of Greece's primary maritime gateway.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct sun. During the approach, keep your eyes peeled for the distinct shapes of the Saronic islands. If the flight path takes a southerly route, you may catch a glimpse of the snowy peaks of Crete's mountains far to the south in winter.
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Get eSIMs for GreeceDistance: 1,194 km (742 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Arrival: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)
Route Type: International
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