While takeoff offers pleasant Aegean views, the landing approach provides more dramatic and distinctive scenery—the Dalmatian coastline and Adriatic islands are visually striking and unique to this route. Left seats capture the best of the approach descent.
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Flight Path
Athens to Dubrovnik is 438 miles (705 km), a flight of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Ionian Sea crossing, Albanian coastline (distant, northern horizon), transition from Greek to Croatian airspace over open water, Peloponnese peninsula visible during climb-out, approach over the Adriatic with gradual appearance of Croatian islands and limestone karst terrain
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from ATH
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of the Saronic Gulf and the Attica coastline as the aircraft climbs northwestward. You'll see the irregular Greek coastline with its peninsulas and islands receding below, plus the Corinth Canal area in the distance.
Landing at DBV
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during the descent approach to Dubrovnik. You'll see the Dalmatian coastline with its characteristic limestone cliffs, the Elaphiti Islands, and the Adriatic Sea's deep blue waters as the aircraft descends from the northeast.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) to Dubrovnik (DBV)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Athens to Dubrovnik. While takeoff offers pleasant Aegean views, the landing approach provides more dramatic and distinctive scenery—the Dalmatian coastline and Adriatic islands are visually striking and unique to this route. Left seats capture the best of the approach descent.
What can I see during takeoff from Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos in Athens?
During takeoff from Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Saronic Gulf and the Attica coastline as the aircraft climbs northwestward. You'll see the irregular Greek coastline with its peninsulas and islands receding below, plus the Corinth Canal area in the distance. Notable sights include: Saronic Gulf, Attica Peninsula coastline, Corinth Canal (visible as a thin line cutting through the isthmus), islands of the Argo-Saronic group.
What can I see when landing at Dubrovnik in Dubrovnik?
When landing at Dubrovnik (DBV), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent approach to Dubrovnik. You'll see the Dalmatian coastline with its characteristic limestone cliffs, the Elaphiti Islands, and the Adriatic Sea's deep blue waters as the aircraft descends from the northeast. Notable sights include: Dalmatian limestone coastline, Elaphiti Islands (Koločep, Lopud, Šipan), Adriatic Sea, Dubrovnik Old Town peninsula.
How long is the flight from Athens to Dubrovnik?
The flight from Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) to Dubrovnik (DBV) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 438 miles (705 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Athens to Dubrovnik flight path pass over?
Ionian Sea crossing, Albanian coastline (distant, northern horizon), transition from Greek to Croatian airspace over open water, Peloponnese peninsula visible during climb-out, approach over the Adriatic with gradual appearance of Croatian islands and limestone karst terrain