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AYT → ECN
Which side of the plane to sit from Antalya International Airport (Antalya) to Ercan International Airport (Nicosia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic northern coastline of Cyprus and the rugged Kyrenia mountain range during the descent into Ercan.
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Lara Coastline
Panoramic views of Antalya's famous luxury resorts and sandy beaches immediately after takeoff.
Taurus Mountains
The snow-capped peaks of the Western Taurus range serve as a majestic backdrop as the plane climbs over the sea.
Cypriot North Coast
The first glimpse of the island features the turquoise waters and rocky inlets of the Girne district.
Kyrenia Harbor
A distant view of the historic horseshoe-shaped harbor and the massive Kyrenia Castle.
Beşparmak Mountains
Stunning close-up views of the 'Five Finger' peaks during the final descent into the Mesaoria plain.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind the aircraft, ensuring better visibility and photo quality. Look closely at the mountain slopes during the descent to spot the ruins of St. Hilarion Castle perched on the cliffs.
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Antalya Gulf
A sweeping view of the deep blue Mediterranean bay as the aircraft tracks south-southeast.
Cape Kormakitis
The northwestern tip of the island marks the first entry point into Cypriot airspace.
Morphou Bay
Views of the fertile Güzelyurt region, known for its extensive citrus groves and agricultural landscape.
Troodos Mountains
The silhouette of the island's largest mountain range is visible to the southwest on clear days.
Nicosia Skyline
A unique perspective of the divided capital city and the UN Buffer Zone during the final approach path.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to capture the sunset reflecting off the Mediterranean Sea. Keep an eye out for the giant painted flag on the mountainside near Nicosia, which is highly visible during the landing phase.
Book Hotels in NicosiaDistance: 310 km (193 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 31 min
Departure: AYT (36.898701, 30.800501)
Arrival: ECN (35.15470123291016, 33.49610137939453)
Route Type: International
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