EFLLHRKeffallinia to LondonKefalliniatoHeathrow

Sit on the left side from Keffallinia to London

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Flight timeApproximately 4 hours 15 minutes
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LeftMostly left

While takeoff offers dramatic island and sea views, the landing approach into Heathrow provides more sustained and varied scenery—the Thames, Chilterns, and London's urban landscape are visually compelling and geographically diverse. Left-side seats capture the best of the approach sequence.

Takeoff · EFLRightKefalonia's central ridge (Mount Aenos, 1
Landing · LHRLeftThe Thames River with its characteristic loops near London, Greater London's urban sprawl

Flight Path

Flight path overview

The flight path crosses the Adriatic Sea (with Albania and Montenegro coastlines visible to the north), then over Italy (the Apennine Mountains and Po Valley), the Alps (Mont Blanc region), and finally the English Channel before reaching Heathrow. The Alps provide the most dramatic midpoint scenery, particularly if crossing near the Mont Blanc massif.

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Kefallinia (EFL) to Heathrow (LHR)?

Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Keffallinia to London. While takeoff offers dramatic island and sea views, the landing approach into Heathrow provides more sustained and varied scenery—the Thames, Chilterns, and London's urban landscape are visually compelling and geographically diverse. Left-side seats capture the best of the approach sequence.

What can I see during takeoff from Kefallinia in Keffallinia?

During takeoff from Kefallinia (EFL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer immediate views of Kefalonia's rugged limestone terrain and the Ionian Sea. The aircraft climbs northwestward, and right-side passengers see the island's interior mountains and the coastline receding below. Notable sights include: Kefalonia's central ridge (Mount Aenos, 1,628m), Argostoli Bay to the west, the Ionian Sea stretching toward Italy, Zakynthos island to the south.

What can I see when landing at Heathrow in London?

When landing at Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Heathrow. The aircraft approaches from the west over the Thames Valley, and left-side passengers see the London metropolitan area, the Thames River's distinctive meanders, and the Chiltern Hills to the northwest. Notable sights include: The Thames River with its characteristic loops near London, Greater London's urban sprawl, the Chiltern Hills escarpment to the northwest, Windsor Castle area to the west.

How long is the flight from Keffallinia to London?

The flight from Kefallinia (EFL) to Heathrow (LHR) takes Approximately 4 hours 15 minutes.

What does the Keffallinia to London flight path pass over?

The flight path crosses the Adriatic Sea (with Albania and Montenegro coastlines visible to the north), then over Italy (the Apennine Mountains and Po Valley), the Alps (Mont Blanc region), and finally the English Channel before reaching Heathrow. The Alps provide the most dramatic midpoint scenery, particularly if crossing near the Mont Blanc massif.