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AMS → SAW
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (Istanbul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers distant glimpses of the Alps and a magnificent aerial view of the Princes' Islands and the Marmara coastline during the descent into Sabiha Gökçen.
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Austrian Alps
Distant but clear views of the snow-capped Alpine peaks to the south while crossing Germany and Austria.
Vienna
The circular layout of the Austrian capital and the wide Danube river basin.
Belgrade
The historic confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers in the heart of the Serbian capital.
Balkan Mountains
Extensive forest cover and limestone ridges through the heart of Bulgaria.
Princes' Islands
A beautiful archipelago in the Sea of Marmara visible during the final approach to SAW.
The right side is best for the final approach into SAW, which often passes over the Sea of Marmara. For the best lighting on the Alps, choose a morning flight where the sun illuminates the peaks. During the summer, the sunset over the Marmara Sea is a must-see on late afternoon arrivals.
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Dutch Polders
Intricate patterns of canals and reclaimed land immediately after takeoff from Schiphol.
Rhine Valley
The winding Rhine river and its historic surrounding landscapes in Germany.
Budapest
A stunning view of the Danube river cutting through the heart of the Hungarian capital.
Carpathian Mountains
The rugged and forested peaks of the Southern Carpathian range in Romania.
Bosphorus Bridge
The iconic bridges connecting Europe and Asia may be visible if the approach is from the north.
Sit on the left for the best views of Budapest's city layout. In the winter, the snow-covered Carpathians are a highlight. For evening flights, the lights of the Bosphorus bridges are spectacular if the flight path tracks over the Black Sea from the north.
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Get eSIMs for TurkeyDistance: 2,246 km (1,396 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: SAW (40.898601532, 29.3092002869)
Route Type: International
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