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EBL → VIE
Which side of the plane to sit from Erbil International Airport (Erbil) to Vienna International Airport (Vienna)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Black Sea coastline and the sweeping arc of the Carpathian Mountains, culminating in a scenic approach over the Danube River valley.
Pontic Mountains
The lush, green-topped mountain range that separates the Anatolian plateau from the Black Sea.
Black Sea Coast
A long stretch of the Turkish and Bulgarian coastline where deep blue waters meet the rugged cliffs.
Carpathian Mountains
The massive, forested mountain arc of Romania, offering some of the most dramatic terrain on the flight.
Danube River Delta
The winding path of Europe's second-longest river as it flows toward the Black Sea through Romania.
Vienna Woods
The lush green belt surrounding Vienna, visible during the final descent into Schwechat airport.
Sit on the right for the most diverse geographic transitions. Morning flights offer the best lighting over the Black Sea. During the descent into Vienna, keep your camera ready for the winding Danube and the Austrian landscape.
Taurus Mountains
Witness the rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Taurus range stretching across Southern Turkey shortly after takeoff.
Sofia Cityscape
Aerial views of the Bulgarian capital nestled within the Sofia Valley, surrounded by the Vitosha and Balkan Mountains.
Lake Balaton
Known as the 'Hungarian Sea', this long, narrow freshwater lake displays a distinct turquoise color from above.
Central Anatolian Plateau
The high-altitude plains of Turkey, featuring unique geological formations and ancient historical routes.
For the best photography, choose a seat behind the wing to capture the vastness of the Taurus Mountains. Afternoon flights provide excellent backlighting for Lake Balaton as you cross into Central Europe.
Distance: 2,595 km (1,612 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 28 min
Departure: EBL (36.23759841918945, 43.96319961547852)
Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Route Type: International
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