The right side strings together the best moments of the route: the South Downs and Channel coast at takeoff, a glimpse of the western Alps and the Adriatic coastline during cruise, and a scenic sea approach past Rhodes Old Town on landing, giving it more variety and drama than the left side's view of the Balkan interior and open Aegean.
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Flight Path
London to Rhodos is 1,722 miles (2,772 km), a flight of about 4 hours 5 minutes.
Western Alps near the French/Swiss border, the Adriatic Sea between Italy and the Balkans, the Pindus mountain range in mainland Greece, and the Aegean Sea dotted with Greek islands as the route nears Rhodes
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LGW
RIGHTDeparting Gatwick on runway 26, the aircraft climbs west then banks south toward the coast, putting the green ridgeline of the South Downs and the Sussex coastline near Worthing/Brighton on the right side before the English Channel crossing begins.
Landing at RHO
RIGHTOn the northeasterly sea approach into Rhodes runway 24, the aircraft tracks along the island's east coast before turning onto final, giving the right side a view of Rhodes Old Town, its harbor, and the mountainous spine of the island, with the Turkish coastline visible across the strait.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Gatwick (LGW) to Diagoras (RHO)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from London to Rhodos. The right side strings together the best moments of the route: the South Downs and Channel coast at takeoff, a glimpse of the western Alps and the Adriatic coastline during cruise, and a scenic sea approach past Rhodes Old Town on landing, giving it more variety and drama than the left side's view of the Balkan interior and open Aegean.
What can I see during takeoff from Gatwick in London?
During takeoff from Gatwick (LGW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Gatwick on runway 26, the aircraft climbs west then banks south toward the coast, putting the green ridgeline of the South Downs and the Sussex coastline near Worthing/Brighton on the right side before the English Channel crossing begins. Notable sights include: South Downs, Worthing/Brighton coastline, English Channel, distant Isle of Wight.
What can I see when landing at Diagoras in Rhodos?
When landing at Diagoras (RHO), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the northeasterly sea approach into Rhodes runway 24, the aircraft tracks along the island's east coast before turning onto final, giving the right side a view of Rhodes Old Town, its harbor, and the mountainous spine of the island, with the Turkish coastline visible across the strait. Notable sights include: Rhodes Old Town and harbor, Aegean Sea, Turkish coast (Datça/Marmaris peninsula), central Rhodes mountain ridge.
How long is the flight from London to Rhodos?
The flight from Gatwick (LGW) to Diagoras (RHO) takes about 4 hours 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,722 miles (2,772 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the London to Rhodos flight path pass over?
Western Alps near the French/Swiss border, the Adriatic Sea between Italy and the Balkans, the Pindus mountain range in mainland Greece, and the Aegean Sea dotted with Greek islands as the route nears Rhodes