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ADB → HAM
Which side of the plane to sit from Adnan Menderes International Airport (Izmir) to Hamburg Airport (Hamburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for spotting major European capitals like Budapest and Prague, as well as the strategic Dardanelles Strait shortly after departure.
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Dardanelles Strait
The narrow international waterway separating Europe and Asia is often visible shortly after climbing.
Balkan Mountains
The rugged terrain of the Stara Planina range stretching across Bulgaria.
Budapest
A magnificent view of the Hungarian Parliament Building and the bridges spanning the Danube.
Prague
The 'City of a Hundred Spires' can often be spotted to the east depending on the specific airway used.
Alster Lakes
The best view of Hamburg's inner-city lakes and the Elbphilharmonie during the standard approach to Runway 23 or 15.
The right side is the 'city-view' side of this route. For afternoon flights, you will benefit from the sun being on the opposite side, reducing glare. During the descent into Hamburg, the right side usually offers the best panoramic view of the Alster lake and the city center's distinctive spires.
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Izmir Bay
Dramatic views of the Aegean coastline and the Karaburun Peninsula immediately after takeoff.
Belgrade
A clear view of the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers in the Serbian capital.
Lake Balaton
Central Europe's largest lake, easily recognizable by its elongated shape and turquoise water.
Harz Mountains
The highest mountain range in Northern Germany, featuring the famous Brocken peak.
Hamburg Harbor
Aerial perspective of the massive container terminals and the Elbe river during final approach.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. This side is particularly rewarding during the first 20 minutes of the flight for Aegean island spotting and the final 10 minutes for a view of the Hamburg port infrastructure.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 2,149 km (1,335 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 52 min
Departure: ADB (38.2924003601, 27.156999588)
Arrival: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Route Type: International
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