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DNK โ IST
Which side of the plane to sit from Dnipropetrovsk International Airport (Dnepropetrovsk) to Istanbul Airport (Istanbul)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers a superior vantage point for witnessing the dramatic transition from the Ukrainian plains across the Black Sea, culminating in a spectacular view of the Bosphorus Strait and the Asian side of Istanbul during the final approach.
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Dnieper River Delta
Aerial views of the massive Dnieper River as it winds through southern Ukraine toward the Black Sea.
Crimean Horizon
On clear days, the distant silhouette of the Crimean Peninsula is visible across the western Black Sea.
Bosphorus Strait
The iconic waterway separating Europe and Asia, often filled with international maritime traffic.
Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
One of the three major suspension bridges connecting the two continents, clearly visible during descent.
รskรผdar and Kadฤฑkรถy
The dense, historic districts of Istanbul's Asian side stretching along the Marmara Sea coast.
For morning flights, the left side provides beautiful sunrise views over the Black Sea. During the final 15 minutes of the flight, keep your camera ready for the Bosphorus bridges. Avoid seats directly over the wing for the clearest view of the coastline.
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Southern Ukrainian Steppes
The intricate patchwork of agricultural fields and rural landscapes of the Kherson region.
Odessa Coastline
Distal views of the Ukrainian coast and the busy shipping lanes near the port of Odessa.
Istranca Mountains
The lush green mountain range in the Thrace region of Turkey as the aircraft nears the coast.
New Istanbul Airport
A birds-eye view of the massive architectural footprint of IST, one of the world's largest aviation hubs.
European Istanbul
The sprawling modern skyline of the Levent and Maslak business districts during the approach.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the European continent. Watch for the rugged Turkish Black Sea coastline as the plane begins its initial descent. This side often provides a better view of the airport's unique tulip-shaped control tower upon landing.
Book Hotels in IstanbulDistance: 932 km (579 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: DNK (48.357200622558594, 35.100601196289055)
Arrival: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Route Type: International
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