Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Rhodos to Athens. While takeoff offers better views from the left, the landing approach from the right provides more dramatic and sustained geography—Mount Hymettus, the Attica coastline, and the approach to Athens itself are more visually rewarding than the open Aegean seen during departure.

During takeoff from Diagoras (RHO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Rhodos typically departs runway 09 (westbound). Left seats face north during initial climb, giving direct views of the Aegean Sea, the Rhodes island coastline, and the transition toward the mainland. Right seats face south over open water with minimal landmarks. Notable sights include: Aegean Sea (immediate), Rhodes northern coastline and Lindos Bay, Symi island to the northwest, Turkish coast (Anatolia) on distant horizon.

When landing at Athinai (HEW), sit on the Right side for the best views. Athens (Ellinikon/Tatoi) typically uses runway 03 or 21 depending on wind. For westbound arrivals from Rhodos, right-hand descent approaches offer views of the Attica peninsula, Mount Hymettus, and the Athens urban sprawl. Left seats see mostly sea and approach corridor. Notable sights include: Mount Hymettus (Ymittos) to the southeast, Attica peninsula coastline, Athens urban area and Acropolis district, Saronic Gulf.

The flight from Diagoras (RHO) to Athinai (HEW) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.

The flight path crosses the central Aegean Sea at roughly 36.5°N, 25.5°E. At cruise altitude (25,000-30,000 feet), the Cycladic islands are visible as small landmasses scattered across the sea—notably Naxos and Paros to the left (north) of the direct track. The Peloponnese peninsula appears on the horizon as the aircraft approaches the mainland. The Saronic Gulf opens up to the right (south) as the descent begins toward Athens.