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ECN → ESB
Which side of the plane to sit from Ercan International Airport (Nicosia) to Esenboğa International Airport (Ankara)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the high Taurus mountain peaks and the vast, white expanse of Tuz Gölü (Salt Lake) during the descent into Ankara.
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Karpas Peninsula
View the 'panhandle' of Cyprus stretching out into the eastern Mediterranean during the initial climb.
Mersin Skyline
The massive industrial port and coastal skyscrapers of Mersin are often visible upon landfall.
Bolkar Mountains
The highest peaks of the central Taurus, often covered in snow well into the spring season.
Tuz Gölü
The immense white salt flats of Turkey's second-largest lake are a highlight during the mid-flight phase.
Elmadağ
The prominent mountain ridge that defines the southeastern horizon of the Turkish capital.
The right side is highly recommended for spotting Tuz Gölü, one of the most unique geographic features in Turkey. For morning flights, be aware that the sun will be on this side, so bring sunglasses for the best viewing experience.
Book Hotels in AnkaraKyrenia Mountains
Dramatic views of the limestone Pentadaktylos range immediately after departing Ercan.
Cilician Sea
A short but beautiful crossing of the Mediterranean channel separating Cyprus from Turkey.
Western Taurus
Rugged ridges and deep valleys as the flight crosses the southern Turkish coastline.
Mogan Lake
A serene lake located in the Gölbaşı district just south of the Ankara city center.
Sit on the left for the best views of the northern Cypriot coastline during takeoff. Late afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for the Anatolian plateau without the sun reflecting directly into your window.
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Get eSIMs for TurkeyDistance: 555 km (345 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: ECN (35.15470123291016, 33.49610137939453)
Arrival: ESB (40.1281013489, 32.995098114)
Route Type: International
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