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ADB → GNY
Which side of the plane to sit from Adnan Menderes International Airport (Izmir) to Şanlıurfa GAP Airport (Sanliurfa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an exceptional vantage point for the Taurus Mountain range and the stunning Lakes Region, culminating in a clear view of the Atatürk Dam.
Menderes Valley
Aerial view of the fertile valleys near the ancient ruins of Ephesus.
Lake Eğirdir
A magnificent turquoise lake surrounded by sharp limestone peaks.
Taurus Range
Dramatic views of the snow-capped Central Taurus mountains.
Gaziantep
The urban sprawl of one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities.
Atatürk Dam
The massive reservoir and engineering marvel on the Euphrates River.
For the best experience, choose a window seat behind the wing. The Atatürk Dam is the highlight; it appears on the right just as the plane begins its final descent into Sanliurfa.
Izmir Gulf
Glimpses of the city's northern sprawl during departure.
Uşak Plains
The transition from coastal mountains to the high Anatolian plateaus.
Mount Sipylus
Rugged terrain north of the flight path during initial climb.
Upper Euphrates
The deep blue river cutting through the arid landscapes of Eastern Anatolia.
Sit on the left for evening flights to catch the sunset reflecting off the Anatolian plateau. Watch for the city lights of Konya in the distance if flying at night.
Distance: 1,034 km (642 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: ADB (38.2924003601, 27.156999588)
Arrival: GNY (37.445663, 38.895592)
Route Type: Domestic
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