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Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the breathtaking Dalmatian archipelago in Croatia and the most dramatic sections of the Eastern Austrian Alps and Bavarian lakes.

Right Side Highlights
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Zakynthos Cliffs

Immediately after takeoff from ZTH, catch glimpses of the island's iconic white limestone cliffs and hidden coves.

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Dalmatian Archipelago

The star attraction of this route: hundreds of Croatian islands scattered like jewels across the blue Adriatic Sea.

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Hohe Tauern Peaks

Cross the heart of the Austrian Alps, with views of the Grossglockner and massive glaciers reflecting the sunlight.

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Salzkammergut Lakes

Look for the stunning turquoise surfaces of the Attersee and Traunsee lakes as the plane transitions from the Alps into Germany.

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Ruhr Area Approach

The final approach offers a sprawling view of the industrial heartland of Germany and the dense urban centers surrounding Düsseldorf.

The right side is the 'photographer's side' for this route. Keep your camera ready about 30-45 minutes into the flight for the Croatian islands. During winter months, the contrast between the blue sea and the snow-covered Alps is most striking on this side. If the flight departs in the morning, the lighting on the Balkan mountains is spectacular.

Left Side Highlights
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Ionian Sea Departure

Watch the deep turquoise waters of the Ionian Sea fade as the aircraft climbs north along the western Greek coastline.

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Venetian Lagoon

On clear days, look across the Adriatic to spot the unique shape of Venice and the intricate patterns of its surrounding salt marshes.

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Tyrolean Alps

As you enter Central Europe, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Western Austrian and Italian border regions dominate the horizon.

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Rhine-Main Region

During the descent into Düsseldorf, you will likely see the dense urban landscape and historic river bends near Frankfurt and Bonn.

Sit on the left if you are flying in the late afternoon to avoid the direct glare of the sun, which will be setting to the west. This side is also excellent for spotting the Italian coast if the flight path is shifted slightly westward due to weather or traffic.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,869 km (1,161 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 30 min

Departure: ZTH (37.7509, 20.8843)

Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)

Route Type: International

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