While takeoff offers island scenery, the landing approach provides superior views of Athens's geography—the Athenian basin, surrounding mountains, and urban landscape. The left side captures the most dramatic terrain during descent.
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Flight Path
Limnos to Athens is 153 miles (247 km), a flight of about 45 minutes.
Aegean Sea crossing with scattered islands (Skyros visible to the south), transition from northern Sporades to central Greece, approach to Attica peninsula with Mount Penteli and Mount Hymettus framing the Athens basin
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from LXS
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of Limnos island's eastern and southern coastlines as the aircraft climbs southwestward toward Athens. You'll see the island's irregular rocky shores and the Aegean Sea stretching toward the mainland.
Landing at ATH
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during the descent approach into Athens. You'll see the Athenian basin, Mount Hymettus to the east, and the urban sprawl of greater Athens as the aircraft descends toward Eleftherios Venizelos airport southeast of the city.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Limnos (LXS) to Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Limnos to Athens. While takeoff offers island scenery, the landing approach provides superior views of Athens's geography—the Athenian basin, surrounding mountains, and urban landscape. The left side captures the most dramatic terrain during descent.
What can I see during takeoff from Limnos in Limnos?
During takeoff from Limnos (LXS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Limnos island's eastern and southern coastlines as the aircraft climbs southwestward toward Athens. You'll see the island's irregular rocky shores and the Aegean Sea stretching toward the mainland. Notable sights include: Limnos island coastline, Aegean Sea, Thasos island (distant, to the north), Samothrace island (far northeast on horizon).
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. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent approach into Athens. You'll see the Athenian basin, Mount Hymettus to the east, and the urban sprawl of greater Athens as the aircraft descends toward Eleftherios Venizelos airport southeast of the city. Notable sights include: Mount Hymettus, Athenian urban area and city districts, Saronic Gulf, Mount Penteli (northern rim of Athens basin).
How long is the flight from Limnos to Athens?
The flight from Limnos (LXS) to Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) takes about 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 153 miles (247 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Limnos to Athens flight path pass over?
Aegean Sea crossing with scattered islands (Skyros visible to the south), transition from northern Sporades to central Greece, approach to Attica peninsula with Mount Penteli and Mount Hymettus framing the Athens basin