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Our Recommendation
8.2

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.

Right Side Highlights
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Central Taurus Range

Dramatic, snow-capped peaks rising sharply from the coast, offering spectacular vertical relief right after departure.

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Sofia Basin

Views of the Bulgarian capital nestled between the Balkan Mountains and the Vitosha massif.

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Danube River

Multiple crossings of Europe's iconic river, often reflecting sunlight through the Serbian and Hungarian plains.

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High Tatras

Distant but sharp silhouettes of the highest range in the Carpathian Mountains to the north-east.

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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.

Left Side Highlights
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Konyaaltı Coastline

Aerial views of Antalya's famous turquoise pebble beaches and the urban sprawl against the Mediterranean.

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Beydağları Mountains

The western extension of the Taurus range featuring sharp limestone peaks and deep cedar forests.

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Aegean Archipelago

Distant shimmering views of the Greek islands as the flight path tracks north-westward.

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Pannonian Basin

The vast, flat agricultural heartland of Hungary, characterized by a patchwork of colorful fields.

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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.

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Route Information

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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