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ESB → KCM
Which side of the plane to sit from Esenboğa International Airport (Ankara) to Kahramanmaraş Airport (Kahramanmaras)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for spotting the massive Mount Erciyes volcano and offers a more direct view of the Kahramanmaraş city center and its surrounding mountain basin during the final approach.
Ankara Urban Sprawl
Aerial views of the Turkish capital's dense urban layout and government districts shortly after departure.
Kızılırmak River
The winding curves of Turkey's longest river as it snakes through the Central Anatolian plateau.
Mount Erciyes
A stunning view of the massive, snow-capped dormant stratovolcano located near Kayseri in the distance.
Anti-Taurus Ridges
Rugged limestone formations and high-altitude plateaus that define the landscape of eastern Central Anatolia.
Kahramanmaraş Basin
Panoramic views of the city nestled at the foot of the Ahır Mountain during the descent.
For the best visibility of Mount Erciyes, choose a morning flight when the sun is behind you, illuminating the peak. Ensure you are seated forward of the wing to avoid engine exhaust distortion when photographing the distant volcano.
Lake Tuz
The shimmering white expanse of one of the world's largest hypersaline lakes visible on the western horizon.
Aladağlar National Park
Dramatic views of the highest peaks of the Taurus Mountains, known for their sharp, craggy summits.
Ceyhan River Reservoirs
Large, turquoise hydroelectric dams and reservoirs like Berke and Sir that dot the landscape near the destination.
Taurus Forests
Dense Mediterranean pine and cedar forests covering the steep southern slopes of the mountain ranges.
Ahır Mountain
A close-up view of the massive mountain block that looms directly over Kahramanmaraş as the plane banks for landing.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. Keep a close watch roughly 20 minutes into the flight to spot the white salt flats of Tuz Gölü. In winter, the snow-covered Aladağlar range provides spectacular high-contrast photography opportunities.
Distance: 448 km (278 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: ESB (40.1281013489, 32.995098114)
Arrival: KCM (37.5388259888, 36.9535217285)
Route Type: Domestic
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