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ESB → ERZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Esenboğa International Airport (Ankara) to Erzurum International Airport (Erzurum)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior mountain views, featuring the dramatic Munzur range and the Palandöken ski slopes during arrival.
Kırıkkale Industrial Zone
See the heavy industrial landscape and refineries that mark the gateway to eastern Anatolia.
Mount Erciyes Distance View
On clear days, the snow-capped peak of this massive volcano is visible far to the south.
Munzur Mountain Range
Spectacular views of the jagged, high-altitude limestone peaks of the Tunceli-Erzincan border.
Karasu Euphrates River
The upper branch of the mighty Euphrates carving deep, dramatic valleys through the mountains.
Palandöken Mountains
Incredible views of the famous ski resort and its steep slopes just before landing.
This side is a must for mountain enthusiasts. Choose an afternoon flight to see the sun illuminate the Palandöken peaks during the descent. Winter travel is highly recommended for the dramatic snow-covered landscapes of the Munzur range.
Ankara Urban Vista
View the sprawling northern districts and the transition from the capital to the steppe.
Kizilirmak River
Observe the sweeping curves of Turkey's longest river as it winds through the central plateau.
Köroğlu Mountains
Rugged ridges to the north providing a stark contrast to the flat Anatolian plains below.
Çankırı Geological Formations
Fascinating terrain patterns and salt-rich geological features visible on the northern horizon.
Erzurum Northern Approach
Bird's eye view of the university campus and northern residential zones during final descent.
Sit on this side during morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. It is particularly scenic in spring when the Kizilirmak river carries red sediment from the Anatolian soil.
Distance: 696 km (432 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 10 min
Departure: ESB (40.1281013489, 32.995098114)
Arrival: ERZ (39.9565010071, 41.17020034789999)
Route Type: Domestic
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