About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) to Megas Alexandros International (KVA)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Athens to Kavala. While takeoff favors the right for mountain views, the landing approach to Kavala is more visually rewarding on the left, offering views of the Thracian plains, the city's coastal setting, and the Rhodope Mountains. The landing experience outweighs the takeoff advantage.
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 Hymettus and Penteli mountain ranges immediately north and northeast of Athens as the aircraft climbs northward. The left side faces the Saronic Gulf and Attica coastline, which are less dramatic during initial climb. Notable sights include: Mount Hymettus (1,026 m, southeast of Athens), Mount Penteli (1,109 m, north of Athens), Athens urban sprawl extending toward Attica, Saronic Gulf coastline to the southwest.
What can I see when landing at Megas Alexandros International in Kavala?
When landing at Megas Alexandros International (KVA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide views of the Rhodope Mountains and the approach over the Thracian plains as the aircraft descends toward Kavala from the southwest. The right side faces the Aegean Sea and offers less distinctive scenery during final approach. Notable sights include: Rhodope Mountains (visible on horizon to the north), Thracian plains and agricultural landscape, Kavala city and harbor on the Aegean coast, Thassos Island (visible offshore to the northeast).
How long is the flight from Athens to Kavala?
The flight from Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) to Megas Alexandros International (KVA) takes 0h 45m.
What does the Athens to Kavala flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Attica region northward, passing over the Boeotian plains and Lake Yliki (a freshwater lake visible from altitude), then continues over the Thessalian plains before reaching the Thracian lowlands. The Aegean Sea lies to the east throughout much of the route. The Pelion Mountains may be visible to the west during the central portion of the flight.