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AGP → IST
Which side of the plane to sit from Málaga Airport (Malaga) to Istanbul Airport (Istanbul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior sequence of Mediterranean highlights, including the Balearic Islands, the volcanic peaks of Sicily, and the stunning archipelagos of the Aegean Sea.
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Mallorca
Bird's-eye view of the largest Balearic island and its jagged rocky coastline.
Mount Etna
If the flight path passes Sicily, look south to spot the smoking peak of Europe's largest volcano.
Peloponnese
The historic peninsula of southern Greece with its deep bays and mountainous interior.
Cyclades
Dozens of white-and-blue islands scattered across the deep turquoise Aegean Sea.
Sea of Marmara
Final approach over the water, offering views of Istanbul's historic peninsula and the Bosporus.
This is the best side for photography during afternoon flights as the sun is positioned to the south. Keep a close eye out for Mount Etna about halfway through the flight. During the final descent into IST, you will likely see the massive container ships waiting to enter the Bosporus Strait in the Sea of Marmara.
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Sierra Nevada
Dramatic snow-capped peaks visible shortly after takeoff from Málaga.
Spanish Levant
Clear views of the eastern Spanish coastline and the city of Valencia.
Bonifacio Strait
The narrow passage between the rugged islands of Corsica and Sardinia.
Southern Italy
The 'shin' of the Italian boot and the diverse landscape of Calabria.
Pindus Range
The mountainous spine of northern Greece and the rugged Albanian border.
Sit here for early morning departures to avoid direct sun glare while viewing the Spanish coast. Look north for the high-altitude peaks of the Sierra Nevada immediately after departure. During the final approach, this side often offers views of the Black Sea and the northern forests of Istanbul if approaching from the north.
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Get eSIMs for TurkeyDistance: 2,901 km (1,803 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 52 min
Departure: AGP (36.67490005493164, -4.499110221862793)
Arrival: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Route Type: International
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