At Nikos Kazantzakis in Heraklion: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Heraklion city and harbor, Cretan Sea coastline, northern Crete settlements, distant Aegean islands on clear days.

When taking off from Nikos Kazantzakis (HER), sit on the Left side for the best views. Heraklion typically departs to the north or northeast over the Cretan Sea. The left side offers views of the northern Cretan coastline, including the city of Heraklion itself and the surrounding coastal features. The right side faces inland toward the central Cretan mountains, which are less distinctive during initial climb-out. Notable sights include: Heraklion city and harbor, Cretan Sea coastline, northern Crete settlements, distant Aegean islands on clear days.

When landing at Nikos Kazantzakis (HER), sit on the Left side for the best views. Heraklion typically lands on runway 09 (westbound) or 27 (eastbound). For westbound approaches (more common), the left side offers views of Crete's northern coast, the Cretan Sea, and the approach path over the coastal plain. Eastbound approaches favor the right, but westbound is standard, making left the better choice. Notable sights include: Cretan Sea to the north, Heraklion city and harbor to the west, Mount Ida (Psiloritis) on the southern horizon, coastal plain and agricultural fields immediately below.

The best window seat at Nikos Kazantzakis (HER) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Heraklion (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.