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AYT → STR
Which side of the plane to sit from Antalya International Airport (Antalya) to Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the most dramatic geographic transitions, including the turquoise Antalya coastline, the jagged Adriatic coast of the Balkans, and a spectacular cross-section of the Central Alps before descending into the Swabian landscape.
Antalya Gulf
Breathtaking views of the Turkish Riviera and the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean immediately after takeoff.
Dalmatian Coast
As the flight crosses the Balkans, you can see the intricate network of islands along the Croatian coastline and the deep blue Adriatic Sea.
Austrian Alps
A front-row seat to the snow-capped peaks of the Tyrol region, offering some of Europe's most dramatic mountain scenery.
Swabian Jura
The rugged limestone plateau and dense forests of Southern Germany visible during the final descent into Stuttgart.
Choose a window seat on the left for optimal views of the Alpine ridges. For daytime flights, this side generally avoids the harshest direct sunlight when flying northwest in the afternoon, providing better conditions for photography of the mountains.
Taurus Mountains
Direct views of the massive, rugged limestone peaks rising sharply from the coast near Antalya.
Balkan Interior
Views over the Bulgarian and Serbian highlands, often including sightings of the Balkan Mountains' main ridge.
The Danube River
The flight path typically crosses this historic waterway, which appears as a massive silver ribbon winding through the European plains.
Hohenzollern Castle
Depending on the specific arrival vector into STR, you may spot the iconic fairytale castle perched on its hill to the south of the city.
The right side is ideal for travelers interested in the rugged inland topography of Turkey and the vast landscapes of Eastern Europe. If flying in the morning, be prepared for some glare as the sun rises in the southeast; keep your window shade ready.
Distance: 2,182 km (1,356 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 55 min
Departure: AYT (36.898701, 30.800501)
Arrival: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)
Route Type: International
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