The right side captures the Edinburgh cityscape on departure and, more importantly, the dramatic cruise-phase scenery over the Alps and Italian coastline before the scenic Aegean island approach into Rhodes, giving it more consistent visual variety than the left side's largely inland Balkan views.
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Flight Path
Edinburgh to Rhodos is 1,991 miles (3,205 km), a flight of about 4 hours 10 minutes.
French and Swiss Alps, the Italian Peninsula, the Adriatic Sea, and the Greek Aegean islands
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from EDI
RIGHTDeparting from EDI on runway 24 toward the southwest, the aircraft banks onto its southeasterly course, putting Edinburgh's Old Town, Arthur's Seat, and the Firth of Forth estuary on the right side as the city falls away below during the climb.
Landing at RHO
RIGHTRHO's runway 24 approach brings aircraft in over the sea from the northeast, and on the final turn the right side offers views of the rugged Rhodes coastline, the medieval walled city, and the turquoise Aegean shallows near the harbor.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Edinburgh (EDI) to Diagoras (RHO)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Edinburgh to Rhodos. The right side captures the Edinburgh cityscape on departure and, more importantly, the dramatic cruise-phase scenery over the Alps and Italian coastline before the scenic Aegean island approach into Rhodes, giving it more consistent visual variety than the left side's largely inland Balkan views.
What can I see during takeoff from Edinburgh in Edinburgh?
During takeoff from Edinburgh (EDI), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing from EDI on runway 24 toward the southwest, the aircraft banks onto its southeasterly course, putting Edinburgh's Old Town, Arthur's Seat, and the Firth of Forth estuary on the right side as the city falls away below during the climb. Notable sights include: Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat, Firth of Forth, Pentland Hills.
What can I see when landing at Diagoras in Rhodos?
When landing at Diagoras (RHO), sit on the Right side for the best views. RHO's runway 24 approach brings aircraft in over the sea from the northeast, and on the final turn the right side offers views of the rugged Rhodes coastline, the medieval walled city, and the turquoise Aegean shallows near the harbor. Notable sights include: Rhodes Old Town walls, Mandraki Harbour, Aegean coastline, Symi island silhouette.
How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Rhodos?
The flight from Edinburgh (EDI) to Diagoras (RHO) takes about 4 hours 10 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,991 miles (3,205 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Edinburgh to Rhodos flight path pass over?
French and Swiss Alps, the Italian Peninsula, the Adriatic Sea, and the Greek Aegean islands