About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Charles De Gaulle (CDG) to Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Paris to Athens. Right-side seats offer superior scenery for the entire flight: Paris and the Seine during departure, the Alps and Rhône Valley en route, and the Saronic Gulf and Mount Hymettus during arrival. Left seats miss most of these highlights.
What can I see during takeoff from Charles De Gaulle in Paris?
During takeoff from Charles De Gaulle (CDG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Seine River winding through Paris and the surrounding Île-de-France region as you climb out. The left side faces northwest toward less distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Seine River, Paris urban sprawl, Fontainebleau Forest (distant, southeast), Seine-et-Marne agricultural plains.
What can I see when landing at Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos in Athens?
When landing at Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats provide excellent views of the Attica region's geography during descent: the Saronic Gulf coastline, Mount Hymettus, and the approach into Athens. The left side faces inland toward less visually distinctive terrain. Notable sights include: Saronic Gulf (Aegean Sea inlet), Mount Hymettus, Athens urban sprawl, Athenian Riviera coastline.
How long is the flight from Paris to Athens?
The flight from Charles De Gaulle (CDG) to Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) takes Approximately 3 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Paris to Athens flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Rhône Valley (visible around 1.5 hours into flight), with the Alps forming a distant northern boundary. The Mediterranean coast near the Rhône delta becomes visible around 2 hours. The Peloponnese peninsula and Aegean islands appear in the final 45 minutes of descent toward Athens.