Santorini to Athens flight pathJTRATH

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Flight time45m
Distance136
Heading322° → 321°
Best side
Left
★ 4.0 left·★ 2.0 right

The left side wins on both ends of this short flight: the caldera views right after takeoff from Santorini and the Athens cityscape with Mount Hymettus on approach both outclass the mostly open-water views on the right.

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Flight Path

Flight path overview

Santorini to Athens is 136 miles (218 km), a flight of about 45 minutes.

Cyclades islands (Paros, Naxos, Ios) scattered below, open Aegean Sea, Saronic Gulf and Aegina island near the descent into Athens

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Phase by phase

Takeoff from JTR

LEFT

Departing JTR on runway 33, the climb-out curves north directly over Santorini's volcanic caldera, giving a dramatic look down at the cliffside towns of Fira and Oia and the dark lava dome of Nea Kameni on the left side of the aircraft. The right side only shows open Aegean water during this phase.

Santorini calderaNea Kameni volcanic isletFira and Oia cliff townsAegean Sea
JTR SantoriniHub for Aegean Airlines

Landing at ATH

LEFT

On approach to ATH's runway 03L from the south, the aircraft tracks north past the base of Mount Hymettus with the sprawl of Athens and the distant Acropolis hill visible off the left side, while the right side mostly shows the open Saronic Gulf.

Mount HymettusAthens cityscapeAcropolis hillSaronic Gulf coastline
ATH Athens International Eleftherios VenizelosHub for Aegean Airlines, Olympic Air

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About This Route

Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Santorini (JTR) to Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH)?

Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Santorini to Athens. The left side wins on both ends of this short flight: the caldera views right after takeoff from Santorini and the Athens cityscape with Mount Hymettus on approach both outclass the mostly open-water views on the right.

What can I see during takeoff from Santorini in Santorini?

During takeoff from Santorini (JTR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing JTR on runway 33, the climb-out curves north directly over Santorini's volcanic caldera, giving a dramatic look down at the cliffside towns of Fira and Oia and the dark lava dome of Nea Kameni on the left side of the aircraft. The right side only shows open Aegean water during this phase. Notable sights include: Santorini caldera, Nea Kameni volcanic islet, Fira and Oia cliff towns, Aegean Sea.

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. On approach to ATH's runway 03L from the south, the aircraft tracks north past the base of Mount Hymettus with the sprawl of Athens and the distant Acropolis hill visible off the left side, while the right side mostly shows the open Saronic Gulf. Notable sights include: Mount Hymettus, Athens cityscape, Acropolis hill (distant), Saronic Gulf coastline.

How long is the flight from Santorini to Athens?

The flight from Santorini (JTR) to Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) takes about 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 136 miles (218 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.

What does the Santorini to Athens flight path pass over?

Cyclades islands (Paros, Naxos, Ios) scattered below, open Aegean Sea, Saronic Gulf and Aegina island near the descent into Athens