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TXL → SKG
Which side of the plane to sit from Berlin-Tegel Airport (Berlin) to Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (Thessaloniki)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of major European landmarks, including the historic city of Budapest, the winding Danube river, and a spectacular approach past Mount Olympus before landing in Thessaloniki.
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Spreewald Biosphere
The intricate network of canals and lush forests south of Berlin are visible shortly after takeoff.
Dresden and Elbe Valley
Clear views of the historic 'Florence on the Elbe' and the striking Elbe Sandstone Mountains.
Budapest & Danube
A prime view of the Hungarian capital and the iconic bend where the Danube river turns sharply south.
Rhodope Mountains
Rugged, forested mountain ranges characterizing the border regions between Bulgaria and Greece.
Mount Olympus
The legendary home of the Greek gods is often visible on the left side during the descent into SKG.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the sun rising over the Balkan peaks. If the flight path approaches Thessaloniki from the south over the Aegean, you will get an unparalleled view of Mount Olympus and the Chalkidiki peninsulas. Look for the distinct bridges of Budapest roughly midway through the flight.
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Prague
The golden city of Prague and its Vltava river are often visible in the distance during the first third of the flight.
Moravian Vineyards
The rolling agricultural landscapes and wine regions of the southern Czech Republic.
Belgrade
View the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers at the heart of the Serbian capital.
Vardar Valley
The flight follows the natural corridor of the Vardar river through North Macedonia into Greece.
Thessaloniki Waterfront
During the final approach, the right side often provides a sweeping view of the city center and the White Tower.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides the best view of the urban sprawl of Belgrade and the deep valleys of North Macedonia. As you land, this side typically faces the city of Thessaloniki and its port, offering great photo opportunities of the urban coastline.
Book Hotels in ThessalonikiDistance: 1,527 km (949 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 2 min
Departure: TXL (52.5597, 13.2877)
Arrival: SKG (40.51969909667969, 22.97089958190918)
Route Type: International
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