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ALG → IST
Which side of the plane to sit from Houari Boumediene Airport (Algier) to Istanbul Airport (Istanbul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual journey, featuring the active peak of Mount Etna and the breathtaking island clusters of the Aegean Sea.
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Cap Bon Peninsula
The northernmost tip of Tunisia, where the African continent reaches toward Europe.
Mount Etna
The iconic smoking peak of Europe's most active volcano is often visible as you cross Sicily.
The Peloponnese
The intricate, mountainous coastline of southern Greece, featuring deep gulfs and historic terrain.
The Cyclades
A stunning mosaic of white-and-blue islands scattered across the shimmering Aegean Sea.
The right side is the best choice for landmark spotting. Mount Etna is a highlight about halfway through the flight, usually appearing 60-80 minutes after takeoff. As you descend, you will likely fly over the Sea of Marmara, providing views of the Princes' Islands and the historic Istanbul skyline before turning north to land.
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Tyrrhenian Sea
Expansive views of the deep sapphire waters of the Mediterranean shortly after leaving the African coast.
Calabrian Coastline
Distant views of the 'toe' of Italy's boot and the rugged landscapes of the southern Apennines.
Mount Olympus
If the flight path trends north, look for the snow-capped home of the Greek gods in the distance.
The Dardanelles
The narrow, strategically vital strait that marks the boundary between the European and Asian continents.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. During the final approach to Istanbul Airport, this side often offers views of the Black Sea coastline and the northern mouth of the Bosphorus. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Greek border for mountain vistas.
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Get eSIMs for TurkeyDistance: 2,257 km (1,402 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 1 min
Departure: ALG (36.69100189208984, 3.215409994125366)
Arrival: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Route Type: International
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