The left side provides a scenic approach along the northern coastline of Crete, featuring turquoise waters, sandy beaches, and coastal villages.
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the Bosphorus crossing, the scattered jewels of the Cyclades islands, and the dramatic northern coastline of Crete upon descent.
The right side offers a breathtaking journey over the Austrian Alps followed by the stunning turquoise waters and island chains of the Adriatic and Ionian seas.
The left side offers a superior perspective of the Aegean islands, including the iconic Cyclades, and a more dramatic approach over the Gulf of Mirabello before landing.
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the most dramatic section of the Alps and the stunning chain of Greek islands in the Aegean Sea during the descent.
The right side is preferred for its consistent views of the smaller Dodecanese islands and the dramatic entry along the northern coastline of Crete, offering views of the Gulf of Mirabello and Heraklion's harbor.
The Left Side is marginally superior for this route as it offers the most iconic views of the Swiss Alps and a spectacular perspective of the Cyclades islands, including Santorini, during the descent into Crete.
The left side provides a breathtaking sequence of the Cyclades islands and the iconic Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion shortly after takeoff, followed by a panoramic approach into Crete.
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring a stunning departure over the Israeli coastline and a scenic approach into Crete that showcases the vibrant Gulf of Mirabello and the northern coastal resorts.
The left side provides a spectacular vantage point for the Greek islands during the descent into Heraklion and more consistent views of the Eastern Alps.
The left side provides a superior sequence of views, starting with the Italian Po Valley, followed by the dramatic Balkan mountain ranges, and concluding with a spectacular aerial tour of the Aegean islands.