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Best window seat at Makedonia

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Taking offLEFT

Mount Olympus (distant peak on horizon, northwest), Thermaikos Gulf

LandingLEFT

Thermaikos Gulf shoreline, Thessaloniki city grid and harbor, Mount Olympus (distant

🛫 Taking Off from Thessaloniki (SKG)

Best sideLeft
WhyRunway 28 departures climb out northwestward over Thermaikos Gulf, then turn inland. The left side offers views of the Olympus massif rising inland to the northwest and the Pieria coastline curving away. The right side faces back toward the airport and southern lowlands with less dramatic geography.
Look forMount Olympus (distant peak on horizon, northwest), Thermaikos Gulf (water below and ahead during initial climb), Pieria mountain range (left side, middle distance), Thessaloniki city sprawl (receding behind, right side)

🛬 Landing at Thessaloniki (SKG)

Best sideLeft
WhyRunway 10 approaches from the northeast over Thermaikos Gulf, placing the left side toward the Thessaloniki waterfront and city center during final descent. The right side faces open water and the gulf's northern expanse with minimal visual interest.
Look forThermaikos Gulf shoreline, Thessaloniki city grid and harbor, Mount Olympus (distant, ~80 km south on clear days), Thermaic Plain extending inland

Makedonia Airport sits directly on the coast southeast of the city center, with a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international traffic. It's a busy seasonal gateway, especially in summer when charter and low-cost flights surge for beach tourism.

⛰️ Elevation23 ft
🛫 Runways2 (10/28, 16/34)
✈️ HubAegean Airlines
📍 NearbyKZI 62 miKSO 89 miVOL 90 miKVA 91 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Makedonia (SKG)?

At Makedonia in Thessaloniki: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Mount Olympus (distant peak on horizon, northwest), Thermaikos Gulf (water below and ahead during initial climb), Pieria mountain range (left side, middle distance), Thessaloniki city sprawl (receding behind, right side).

What can I see during takeoff from Makedonia in Thessaloniki?

When taking off from Makedonia (SKG), sit on the Left side for the best views. Runway 28 departures climb out northwestward over Thermaikos Gulf, then turn inland. The left side offers views of the Olympus massif rising inland to the northwest and the Pieria coastline curving away. The right side faces back toward the airport and southern lowlands with less dramatic geography. Notable sights include: Mount Olympus (distant peak on horizon, northwest), Thermaikos Gulf (water below and ahead during initial climb), Pieria mountain range (left side, middle distance), Thessaloniki city sprawl (receding behind, right side).

What can I see when landing at Makedonia in Thessaloniki?

When landing at Makedonia (SKG), sit on the Left side for the best views. Runway 10 approaches from the northeast over Thermaikos Gulf, placing the left side toward the Thessaloniki waterfront and city center during final descent. The right side faces open water and the gulf's northern expanse with minimal visual interest. Notable sights include: Thermaikos Gulf shoreline, Thessaloniki city grid and harbor, Mount Olympus (distant, ~80 km south on clear days), Thermaic Plain extending inland.

What factors affect the best window seat at Makedonia?

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