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ESB → IGD
Which side of the plane to sit from Esenboğa International Airport (Ankara) to Iğdır Airport (Igdir)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a world-class view of Mount Ararat, the highest peak in Turkey, which dominates the horizon for a significant portion of the approach into Iğdır.
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Munzur Mountains
Jagged, snow-dusted limestone peaks visible while crossing over the Erzincan region.
Mount Ararat
A breathtaking, close-range view of the glacier-capped summit of Turkey's tallest peak (5,137m).
Little Ararat
The perfectly symmetrical volcanic cone located just southeast of the main peak.
Iğdır City Approach
The micro-climate of the Iğdır plain, showing green orchards in the middle of a high-altitude desert.
Sit on the right (Seat F) to see Mount Ararat. The peak is best viewed about 15-20 minutes before landing. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the eastern face of the mountain, while sunset flights offer spectacular silhouettes.
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Aerial view of the sprawling capital city and its unique architecture shortly after takeoff.
Kızılırmak River
Dramatic views of the Red River winding through the central Anatolian canyons.
Pontic Mountain Range
Far-off glimpses of the rugged peaks that separate central Anatolia from the Black Sea.
Aras River Valley
Green agricultural strips following the river near the border with Armenia during the final descent.
While the right side has the main landmark, the left side provides better lighting for northern landscapes during midday flights. Watch for the stark transition from the brown steppe to the fertile Aras valley just before landing.
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Get eSIMs for TurkeyDistance: 926 km (575 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: ESB (40.1281013489, 32.995098114)
Arrival: IGD (39.9766273499, 43.8766479492)
Route Type: Domestic
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