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EBL → DUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Erbil International Airport (Erbil) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more diverse geographic display, including the Black Sea coastline, the dramatic Carpathian mountain curve, and prime views of the Danube River.
Black Sea Coast
Vibrant blue waters meeting the lush green Pontic Mountains along the Turkish coast.
Carpathian Arc
The majestic sweep of the Transylvanian Alps and the Carpathian range in Romania.
Danube River
The winding blue artery of Europe, visible as it snakes through multiple countries.
Budapest Panorama
A perfect aerial view of the Hungarian capital and its iconic bridges over the river.
Prague
The 'City of a Hundred Spires' is frequently visible from the right when the northern route is taken.
The Ruhr Valley
The fascinating industrial sprawl and urban connectivity of Germany's heartland upon descent.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side. Watch for the sharp transition from the Black Sea to the Balkan plains. Have your camera ready roughly 2-3 hours into the flight for the best river and city views.
Eastern Anatolia
The rugged volcanic plateaus and high-altitude terrain of eastern Turkey shortly after departure.
Balkan Mountains
Dense forest ridges and limestone peaks stretching across Bulgaria and Serbia.
The Alps
Distant views of the snow-capped Austrian Alps appearing on the southern horizon.
Frankfurt Skyline
The high-rise 'Mainhattan' skyline often visible during the cross-country transit of Germany.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind the aircraft, reducing glare on the window. This side is also superior for spotting the southern mountain ranges of Europe at a distance.
Distance: 3,373 km (2,096 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 58 min
Departure: EBL (36.23759841918945, 43.96319961547852)
Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Route Type: International
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