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ADB → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Adnan Menderes International Airport (Izmir) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a more scenic journey, featuring the turquoise waters of the Aegean archipelago immediately after takeoff and a spectacular panorama of the Southern Alps and Dolomites during mid-flight.
Aegean Archipelago
Clear views of the Greek islands of Chios and Lesbos scattered across the deep blue sea shortly after departure.
The Dolomites
Jagged, limestone peaks of the Southern Alps offering dramatic vertical relief as the flight crosses into Central Europe.
Lake Constance
The massive 'Bodensee' marking the intersection of the German, Swiss, and Austrian borders.
Brussels Metro
Dense urban views of the Belgian capital and its surrounding historic towns.
Greater London
On the final descent into Stansted, if approaching from the south, you can spot the Thames and the London skyline.
Choose the left side for morning departures to avoid direct glare from the sun. In winter, the southern Alpine slopes are beautifully illuminated, highlighting the snow-covered ridges. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for potential views of the London Docklands.
Marmara Region
Distant views of the Sea of Marmara and the industrial landscape of northwestern Turkey.
Balkan Mountains
The rugged green spine of Bulgaria and the rolling hills of the Serbian interior.
The Danube
Multiple sightings of the winding Danube River as it flows toward the Black Sea.
Frankfurt am Main
Germany's financial center skyline, known as 'Mainhattan', is often visible during the transition to Northern Europe.
Essex Coastline
The mudflats and estuaries of the English coast as the plane turns inland toward Stansted.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the European continent. It also offers a better view of the German industrial heartland. If the flight takes a more northerly trajectory, you may even spot the southern outskirts of Istanbul far to the north.
Distance: 2,574 km (1,599 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 26 min
Departure: ADB (38.2924003601, 27.156999588)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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