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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers spectacular views of the rugged Zagros Mountains during the descent into Sulaymaniyah and provides a clearer perspective of the Anatolian plateau and Eastern European landscapes.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Central German Uplands

View the rolling hills and dense forests of the Hesse and Thuringia regions shortly after takeoff.

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Carpathian Mountains

Visible as the flight crosses Eastern Europe, offering jagged peaks and high-altitude vistas.

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Black Sea Coastline

Watch the transition from land to water along the northern coast of Turkey near Samsun.

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Lake Van

Depending on the specific flight path, the stunning turquoise waters of Turkey's largest lake can be seen to the north.

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Northern Zagros Range

The dramatic, snow-capped peaks of the Kurdistan region provide a breathtaking backdrop during the final descent.

Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For daytime flights, the sun will be on the right side for much of the journey, making the left side better for photography without glare. As you approach Sulaymaniyah, look for the Dukan Lake reservoir to the northwest.

Right Side Highlights
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The Alps

On a clear day, the snow-covered peaks of the Austrian and Bavarian Alps are visible in the distance to the south.

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Vienna and Danube

The winding Danube river and the metropolitan sprawl of Vienna often appear early in the flight.

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Taurus Mountains

Extensive views of the rugged Taurus range stretching across Southern Turkey.

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Upper Mesopotamia

The vast, arid plains where the Tigris and Euphrates civilizations began become visible as you enter Iraqi airspace.

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Rhine Valley

Immediate views of the Rhine River and the industrial heart of the Ruhr area during departure.

If flying in the late afternoon, expect significant sun glare on this side. However, this side is excellent for seeing the golden hour light hit the Mesopotamian plains. During the landing phase at ISU, the right side often provides a view of the city center and the Goyzha Mountain ridge.

Top Activities in Sulaymaniyah
Route Information

Distance: 3,514 km (2,183 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 8 min

Departure: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)

Arrival: ISU (35.5617485046, 45.3167381287)

Route Type: International

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