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EBL → ESB
Which side of the plane to sit from Erbil International Airport (Erbil) to Esenboğa International Airport (Ankara)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Zagros mountain peaks, the winding Great Zap River canyons, and the iconic volcanic silhouette of Mount Erciyes as you approach Central Anatolia.
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High Zagros Peaks
Spectacular views of the rugged, snow-capped mountains bordering Iraq and Turkey.
Great Zap River
Deep turquoise waters carving through steep mountain canyons visible during the first third of the flight.
Mount Erciyes
A massive dormant stratovolcano near Kayseri that stands out prominently against the Anatolian plateau.
Cappadocia Region
Distinguishable volcanic landscapes and unique erosional landforms visible during the descent toward Ankara.
This side is ideal for morning flights as the sun illuminates the mountain faces. Keep your camera ready about 40-50 minutes after takeoff for the best views of the high-altitude volcanic peaks of Central Turkey.
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Erbil Citadel
A unique aerial perspective of the circular historic core of Erbil immediately after takeoff.
Tigris River Valley
Views of the ancient Dicle river winding through the plains of Upper Mesopotamia.
Taurus Mountains
The southern ridges of the Taurus range, featuring jagged limestone formations and deep gorges.
Tuz Gölü
One of the world's largest hypersaline lakes, appearing as a bright white or pinkish expanse near Ankara.
Sit toward the back to avoid wing obstruction when viewing the Erbil Citadel. On afternoon flights, this side will be in direct sunlight, so keep your window shade down until you reach the Taurus range to avoid glare.
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Get eSIMs for TurkeyDistance: 1,051 km (653 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: EBL (36.23759841918945, 43.96319961547852)
Arrival: ESB (40.1281013489, 32.995098114)
Route Type: International
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