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BGG → IST
Which side of the plane to sit from Bingöl Çeltiksuyu Airport (Bingol) to Istanbul Airport (Istanbul)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the iconic Mount Erciyes volcano and the vast, shimmering Tuz Gölü, along with better lighting for photography on afternoon flights.
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Mount Erciyes
Marvel at the snow-capped peak of this extinct stratovolcano near Kayseri.
Euphrates River
View the winding paths and massive reservoirs of the Firat river system.
Tuz Gölü
The brilliant white expanse of the salt lake is visible in the distance across Central Anatolia.
Marmara Sea
The approach into Istanbul often provides views of the Princes' Islands and the southern coastline.
Sit on the left for the best views of the high plateau and volcanic peaks. On sunset flights, this side catches the golden hour light hitting the Anatolian terrain. Use a polarising filter to manage the haze over the salt lake.
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Pontic Mountains
Glimpse the rugged North Anatolian Mountains stretching toward the Black Sea.
Ankara District
Pass north of the Turkish capital, viewing the high-altitude urban landscape.
Black Sea Approach
Experience the dramatic turn over the Black Sea before lining up for the IST runways.
Bosphorus Strait
If landing from the north, see the bridges connecting the two continents.
The right side is excellent for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. If the wind is coming from the south, this side offers the most spectacular view of the Bosphorus and Istanbul's European side during the final approach.
Book Hotels in IstanbulDistance: 1,042 km (647 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: BGG (38.8592605591, 40.5959625244)
Arrival: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Route Type: Domestic
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