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EBL → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Erbil International Airport (Erbil) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers a superior vantage point for the historic skyline of Istanbul, the rolling Balkan ranges, and a magnificent panoramic view of the Alps during the final third of the journey.
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Istanbul Peninsula
Excellent views of the Golden Horn, Hagia Sophia, and Blue Mosque as the flight transitions from Asia to Europe.
Taurus Mountains
The rugged limestone peaks of Southern Turkey provide a dramatic backdrop during the first half of the flight.
Balkan Mountains
Stunning ridges and deep valleys stretching across Bulgaria and Serbia.
The Alps
On clear days, the snow-capped Austrian and Bavarian Alps are visible to the south during the cruise over Central Europe.
Rhine-Main Region
Lush vineyards and the dense forests of the Spessart mountains as the plane descends into Frankfurt.
Sit on the left for the best lighting during afternoon flights, as the sun will be behind or above you, illuminating the Alps. Watch for the Bosphorus crossing roughly 100-120 minutes into the flight. On final approach to Frankfurt, the left side often captures the urban sprawl and industrial heritage of the Rhine-Main metropolitan area.
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Erbil Citadel
A rare aerial view of one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited sites immediately after takeoff.
Zagros Mountains
High-altitude peaks on the Iraq-Turkey border featuring sharp ridges and deep canyons.
Lake Van
The largest lake in Turkey, notable for its unique deep turquoise soda water and surrounding volcanoes.
Bosphorus Bridges
A clear view of the suspension bridges connecting the two continents in Northern Istanbul.
Carpathian Mountains
Dense, dark forests and winding river valleys across Romania and Slovakia.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Keep your camera ready within 5 minutes of takeoff to capture the circular Erbil Citadel. As you enter Turkish airspace, the high-altitude volcanic terrain near Lake Van is a major highlight. During winter months, the snow-covered Carpathians provide a pristine white landscape that is best viewed from this side.
Book Hotels in FrankfurtDistance: 3,214 km (1,997 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 47 min
Departure: EBL (36.23759841918945, 43.96319961547852)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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