The right side captures the Pyrenees at takeoff and offers better views of the Alps and Rhône Valley during the mid-flight cruise across France. While the left side wins for landing, the takeoff and cruise segments provide more sustained scenic interest on the right.
Flight Path
Rhône River valley (central France), Alps mountain range (eastern France/Swiss border), Lake Geneva (Geneva area), Jura Mountains, Mediterranean coastline approaching Greece, Peloponnese peninsula
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Merignac (BOD) to Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bordeaux to Athens. The right side captures the Pyrenees at takeoff and offers better views of the Alps and Rhône Valley during the mid-flight cruise across France. While the left side wins for landing, the takeoff and cruise segments provide more sustained scenic interest on the right.
What can I see during takeoff from Merignac in Bordeaux?
During takeoff from Merignac (BOD), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Garonne River valley and the Pyrenees mountain range to the south during the initial climb-out. The aircraft departs eastward, and right-side windows capture the river's meandering path and distant peaks along the Spain-France border. Notable sights include: Garonne River, Pyrenees Mountains (south), Bordeaux urban sprawl (below), Atlantic coastal plains (west).
What can I see when landing at Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos in Athens?
When landing at Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Athens. The aircraft approaches from the northwest, and left windows frame the Saronic Gulf, the Athenian coastal sprawl, and Mount Hymettus to the east of the city. Notable sights include: Saronic Gulf (Aegean Sea), Mount Hymettus, Athens urban area, Athenian Riviera coastline.
How long is the flight from Bordeaux to Athens?
The flight from Merignac (BOD) to Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) takes 3h 15m.
What does the Bordeaux to Athens flight path pass over?
Rhône River valley (central France), Alps mountain range (eastern France/Swiss border), Lake Geneva (Geneva area), Jura Mountains, Mediterranean coastline approaching Greece, Peloponnese peninsula