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VCE → JTR
Which side of the plane to sit from Venice Marco Polo Airport (Venice) to Santorini Airport (Thira)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a peerless visual experience, starting with the historic center of Venice upon departure and ending with the iconic white-washed cliffs of the Santorini Caldera during the final approach.
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Historic Venice
If the flight departs towards the south, the right side provides the ultimate bird's-eye view of the Piazza San Marco and the Grand Canal.
Ionian Islands
Spot the turquoise waters surrounding Corfu, Lefkada, and the famous Shipwreck Beach area of Zakynthos.
Peloponnese Coast
The deep blue waters of the Saronic Gulf and the mountainous terrain of the southern Greek mainland.
Santorini Caldera
The most famous view in aviation: the crescent-shaped island, the volcanic crater, and the cliffs of Oia and Fira.
The right side is highly recommended for this route. To maximize the Venice view, check the wind direction; a takeoff to the southwest (Runway 22) is perfect. For the Santorini arrival, most planes approach from the north; the right side will face west toward the Caldera, providing the legendary view of the volcanic crater. Afternoon flights are best for the right side to avoid direct sunlight and get the best golden hour lighting on the Santorini cliffs.
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Venetian Lagoon
View the intricate patterns of the salt marshes and the outer islands like Burano and Torcello shortly after takeoff.
Dinaric Alps
The rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Balkan peninsula stretching across Montenegro and Albania.
Albanian Riviera
Stunning coastal views of the Ionian Sea meeting the steep, mountainous coastline of southern Albania.
Gulf of Evia
A long, narrow strip of water separating the Greek mainland from the large island of Evia.
The left side is ideal for travelers interested in the rugged geography of the Balkans and the central Aegean islands. During the mid-flight phase, you will have a better angle to see the sunrise if you are on an early morning flight, though this may cause glare. Keep your eyes peeled for the Cycladic islands of Andros and Tinos as you begin your descent into Santorini.
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Get eSIMs for GreeceDistance: 1,493 km (928 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 59 min
Departure: VCE (45.505299, 12.3519)
Arrival: JTR (36.39920043945313, 25.47929954528809)
Route Type: International
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