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ARN → BGW
Which side of the plane to sit from Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (Stockholm) to Baghdad International Airport (Baghdad)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an exceptional view of the Stockholm Archipelago during departure, the scenic Black Sea coastline, and the meandering Tigris River as you approach Baghdad.
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Stockholm Archipelago
Thousands of granite islands and forested inlets visible shortly after takeoff from Arlanda.
Black Sea Coast
Panoramic views of the Romanian and Bulgarian coastlines, including the port city of Constanta.
Pontic Mountains
Rugged, verdant mountain ranges stretching across the northern rim of Turkey.
Tigris River
The historic river that defines the eastern border of Mesopotamia, visible during the final descent.
Baghdad Outskirts
The dense urban sprawl and historical layout of the Iraqi capital appearing on the left wing.
Choose a window seat on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for the best photography. As you cross the Black Sea into Turkey, look for the sharp contrast between the blue water and the steep Turkish mountains. During the descent into BGW, the Tigris River provides a silver ribbon guide into the city.
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High Tatras
The sharp, alpine peaks of the Carpathian Mountains along the border of Poland and Slovakia.
Transylvanian Alps
Dramatic mountain scenery over central Romania, often snow-capped in winter months.
Taurus Mountains
Massive limestone peaks in southern Turkey that mark the transition to the Middle East.
Euphrates River
Visible in the distance to the west, cutting through the arid landscape of western Iraq.
Mesopotamian Plains
The cradle of civilization, featuring unique agricultural patterns and ancient desert landscapes.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Anatolian Plateau. Keep an eye out for the Carpathian Mountains approximately 90-120 minutes into the flight. In winter, the snow cover on the Taurus Mountains in Turkey is a major highlight that is best captured from this side.
Book Hotels in BaghdadDistance: 3,510 km (2,181 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 8 min
Departure: ARN (59.65190124511699, 17.918600082397)
Arrival: BGW (33.262500762900004, 44.2346000671)
Route Type: International
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