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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic High Tatras mountains early in the flight and a stunning panoramic approach over the Aegean islands towards Crete.

Left Side Highlights
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High Tatras

Dramatic views of the highest mountain range in the Carpathians along the Polish-Slovak border.

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Budapest & Danube

Aerial perspective of the Hungarian capital and the winding 'Blue' Danube river.

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Rhodope Mountains

Lush, rolling mountain ranges spanning across Southern Bulgaria and Northern Greece.

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Cyclades Islands

A breathtaking view of the Greek islands scattered across the turquoise Aegean Sea during descent.

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Akrotiri Peninsula

The rugged, rocky coastline of Crete becomes visible just minutes before touching down at CHQ.

For morning flights, the left side may experience significant sun glare; however, it remains the best for island spotting. Keep your camera ready about 20-30 minutes after departure for the Tatras. On the descent, look for the distinctive circular shapes of various Aegean archipelagos.

Right Side Highlights
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Karkonosze Peaks

Views of the Śnieżka peak and the Sudetes range shortly after taking off from Wrocław.

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Lake Balaton

The elongated 'Hungarian Sea' is clearly visible as a turquoise stripe in Western Hungary.

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Mount Olympus

The legendary home of the Greek gods, standing as the highest point in Greece.

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White Mountains

The 'Lefka Ori' of Crete, often snow-capped in spring, provide a majestic backdrop to the landing.

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Souda Bay

View of one of the largest natural harbors in the Mediterranean just west of the airport.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct sun. It offers a spectacular view of Mount Olympus when passing over mainland Greece. During the final approach, the White Mountains of Crete offer a dramatic contrast to the sea.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,826 km (1,135 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 26 min

Departure: WRO (51.10269927979999, 16.885799408)

Arrival: CHQ (35.531700134277344, 24.14970016479492)

Route Type: International

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