Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Thessaloniki to Athens. Right-side seats capture the superior views at both ends: the Thermaic Gulf and Pieria Mountains during departure, and the approach across the Saronic Gulf with Hymettus Mountains during landing. The route itself follows a generally southwestward path over central Greece, making right-side seats consistently advantageous.

During takeoff from Makedonia (SKG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Thessaloniki typically departs runway 09 (westbound) or 27 (eastbound). Right-side seats offer views of the Thermaic Gulf immediately after climb-out, with the Pieria Mountains rising inland to the west. The city sprawl and harbor are visible below during initial climb. Notable sights include: Thermaic Gulf (Thermaikos Kolpos), Pieria Mountains to the west, Thessaloniki harbor and city grid, Mount Olympus visible on the distant western horizon.

When landing at Athinai (HEW), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching Athens typically uses runway 03L/03R (northbound) or 21L/21R (southbound). Left-side seats during descent offer views of the Saronic Gulf, the Athenian coastline, and the Hymettus Mountains to the east. The Acropolis and central Athens become visible during final approach. Notable sights include: Saronic Gulf (Saronikos Kolpos), Hymettus Mountains (Ymittos) to the east, Mount Penteli to the northeast, central Athens and Acropolis area.

The flight from Makedonia (SKG) to Athinai (HEW) takes Approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.

The flight path crosses central Greece at cruise altitude (around 25,000-28,000 feet). Notable features visible from the midpoint include the Pindus Mountains to the west (appearing as a distant ridge), the Thessalian Plain below, and the transition toward the Athenian basin. The Euboea Island (Evia) lies to the east during the southern portion of the flight. Weather permitting, the Aegean Sea is visible to the east throughout much of the route.