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CGN → TLV
Which side of the plane to sit from Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne) to Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of the high Alpine peaks, the stunning Adriatic coastline, and a more scenic approach into Tel Aviv overlooking the Mediterranean shoreline.
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Austrian High Alps
Spectacular views of snow-capped peaks including the Hohe Tauern range and various glaciers.
Dalmatian Coast
The intricate network of islands and deep blue waters along the Croatian coastline.
Aegean Islands
Views of the Dodecanese islands, including Rhodes, appearing as jewels in the sea.
Cyprus Southern Coast
The rugged southern cliffs and salt lakes near Limassol and Larnaca.
Tel Aviv Promenade
A stunning view of the Mediterranean coastline and the city's modern skyline on final descent.
Seat yourself on the right for the best Alpine views roughly 45-60 minutes into the flight. For late afternoon arrivals, this side experiences a beautiful sunset over the Mediterranean. The approach into Ben Gurion often involves a turn over the sea, giving the right side a perfect view of the Tel Aviv beaches.
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Cologne Skyline
Aerial view of the Rhine river and the Cologne Cathedral shortly after departure from CGN.
Northern Alpine Rim
The transition from the German plains to the rising foothills of the Bavarian Alps.
Belgrade and the Danube
The meeting point of the Sava and Danube rivers as the flight crosses over Serbia.
Turkish Riviera
Dramatic views of the Taurus Mountains dropping into the turquoise Mediterranean near Antalya.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun. It provides a better view of the Balkan inland cities and the northern coast of the Mediterranean. During the final approach to TLV, you may see the northern suburbs of Herzliya and Netanya.
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Get eSIMs for IsraelDistance: 3,088 km (1,919 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 38 min
Departure: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Arrival: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Route Type: International
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