About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) to Dublin (DUB)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Athens to Dublin. While the Athens departure offers good Aegean views on the left, the Dublin arrival on the right provides more dramatic and sustained scenery—the Irish coastline, Dublin Bay, and Wicklow Mountains are visually distinctive and concentrated. The right side captures the most memorable portion of this route.
What can I see during takeoff from Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos in Athens?
During takeoff from Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers views of the Saronic Gulf and the Attica coastline as the aircraft climbs northwestward. You'll see the irregular rocky shoreline and islands dotting the Aegean immediately after departure. Notable sights include: Saronic Gulf, Attica Peninsula coastline, Aegean Sea islands (Salamis, Aegina visible as small landmasses), Mount Hymettus to the northwest.
What can I see when landing at Dublin in Dublin?
When landing at Dublin (DUB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides excellent views of the Irish coastline and Dublin Bay as the aircraft descends on final approach from the east. You'll see the distinctive curve of Dublin Bay, the Wicklow Mountains inland, and the city sprawl of Dublin itself. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay, Wicklow Mountains (blue-grey peaks to the south), River Liffey estuary, Dublin city center and suburbs.
How long is the flight from Athens to Dublin?
The flight from Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) to Dublin (DUB) takes 3h 55m.
What does the Athens to Dublin flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Ionian Sea and enters European airspace over southern Italy or the Adriatic. Notable midpoint features include the Apennine Mountains visible from altitude over central Italy, the Alps on the northern horizon as the aircraft tracks northwest toward France and the UK, and the English Channel crossing before reaching Irish airspace. The Bay of Biscay lies to the west but is typically not directly overflown on this routing.