The left side delivers the standout Zakynthos coastal departure and a Thames-side London arrival, bookending an otherwise ocean- and plain-heavy cruise; the right side offers comparatively flat, unremarkable views for most of the flight.
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Flight Path
Zakynthos to London is 1,405 miles (2,261 km), a flight of about 3 hours 35 minutes.
Adriatic Sea, Albanian and Montenegrin coastline, southern Alps foothills near northern Italy
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Takeoff from ZTH
LEFTDeparting ZTH on runway 34, the aircraft climbs north over Zakynthos before banking toward its northwesterly course, putting the island's dramatic west coast - including the famous Navagio shipwreck cove and turquoise coves - right under the left wing. The right side only shows the flatter eastern coastline and open Ionian Sea beyond.
Landing at LHR
LEFTWesterly arrivals into Heathrow typically track in from the east along the Thames corridor, and on the left side passengers get a clear look down at central London's skyline - the Thames bends, Canary Wharf towers, and the London Eye - before the final turn toward the runway. The right side mostly shows suburban rooftops and the M25 corridor.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Zakinthos Dionysios Solomos (ZTH) to Heathrow (LHR)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Zakynthos to London. The left side delivers the standout Zakynthos coastal departure and a Thames-side London arrival, bookending an otherwise ocean- and plain-heavy cruise; the right side offers comparatively flat, unremarkable views for most of the flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Zakinthos Dionysios Solomos in Zakynthos?
During takeoff from Zakinthos Dionysios Solomos (ZTH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing ZTH on runway 34, the aircraft climbs north over Zakynthos before banking toward its northwesterly course, putting the island's dramatic west coast - including the famous Navagio shipwreck cove and turquoise coves - right under the left wing. The right side only shows the flatter eastern coastline and open Ionian Sea beyond. Notable sights include: Navagio (Shipwreck) Beach, Zakynthos west coast cliffs, Ionian Sea, Kefalonia island silhouette in the distance.
What can I see when landing at Heathrow in London?
When landing at Heathrow (LHR), sit on the Left side for the best views. Westerly arrivals into Heathrow typically track in from the east along the Thames corridor, and on the left side passengers get a clear look down at central London's skyline - the Thames bends, Canary Wharf towers, and the London Eye - before the final turn toward the runway. The right side mostly shows suburban rooftops and the M25 corridor. Notable sights include: River Thames bends, Canary Wharf skyline, The London Eye, Kew Gardens greenery near final approach.
How long is the flight from Zakynthos to London?
The flight from Zakinthos Dionysios Solomos (ZTH) to Heathrow (LHR) takes about 3 hours 35 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,405 miles (2,261 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Zakynthos to London flight path pass over?
Adriatic Sea, Albanian and Montenegrin coastline, southern Alps foothills near northern Italy