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AYT → LEJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Antalya International Airport (Antalya) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (Leipzig)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more dramatic view of the Taurus Mountains immediately after takeoff and provides a superior angle for the rugged Balkan terrain and the Erzgebirge mountains on approach.
Central Taurus Range
Dramatic, snow-capped peaks rising sharply from the coast, offering spectacular vertical relief right after departure.
Sofia Basin
Views of the Bulgarian capital nestled between the Balkan Mountains and the Vitosha massif.
Danube River
Multiple crossings of Europe's iconic river, often reflecting sunlight through the Serbian and Hungarian plains.
High Tatras
Distant but sharp silhouettes of the highest range in the Carpathian Mountains to the north-east.
Erzgebirge (Ore Mountains)
Dense evergreen forests and rolling hills marking the natural border between the Czech Republic and Saxony.
Sit on the right for the best morning light on the Turkish mountains. As you approach Leipzig, watch for the Elbe River valley; the transition from the rugged mountains to the German lowlands is particularly striking in autumn when the foliage changes color.
Konyaaltı Coastline
Aerial views of Antalya's famous turquoise pebble beaches and the urban sprawl against the Mediterranean.
Beydağları Mountains
The western extension of the Taurus range featuring sharp limestone peaks and deep cedar forests.
Aegean Archipelago
Distant shimmering views of the Greek islands as the flight path tracks north-westward.
Pannonian Basin
The vast, flat agricultural heartland of Hungary, characterized by a patchwork of colorful fields.
Prague Suburbs
On a clear day, the outskirts of the Czech capital are visible shortly before entering German airspace.
Choose the left side for evening flights to enjoy a prolonged sunset over the Aegean and Central Europe. It is also the better side for viewing the sprawl of Antalya city during the initial ascent if the wind dictates a westward takeoff.
Distance: 2,179 km (1,354 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 54 min
Departure: AYT (36.898701, 30.800501)
Arrival: LEJ (51.423889, 12.236389)
Route Type: International
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