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EZS → ESB
Which side of the plane to sit from Elazığ Airport (Elazig) to Esenboğa International Airport (Ankara)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Keban Dam reservoir immediately after takeoff and provides a strategic vantage point for the vast salt flats of Tuz Gölü during the descent into Ankara.
Keban Dam Reservoir
Witness one of the largest man-made lakes in Turkey with its deep blue waters contrasting against the arid Anatolian terrain.
Euphrates River Bends
The historic Fırat River winds through deep valleys, creating a serpentine silver thread visible for miles.
Malatya Mountains
Observe the rugged peaks of the Beydağları range as the flight progresses westward toward Central Anatolia.
Tuz Gölü (Salt Lake)
On clear days, the massive white expanse of Turkey's second-largest lake is visible to the south during the descent phase.
Ankara Skyline
Views of the southern residential districts and the urban sprawl of the capital as the plane aligns for ESB.
For morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfectly lit landscapes for photography. Keep your camera ready within the first 10 minutes to capture the scale of the Keban Dam. In late summer, look for the pinkish hues of Tuz Gölü caused by algae blooms.
Munzur Mountains
To the north, the sharp and often snow-capped peaks of the Munzur range dominate the horizon early in the flight.
Anatolian Steppes
The characteristic golden and brown undulating hills of the Central Anatolian plateau stretch to the horizon.
Kızılırmak River
The 'Red River' snakes through the landscape, identifiable by its distinct reddish-brown silty water.
Kırıkkale Industrial Zone
As you approach Ankara, the heavy industrial landscapes and refineries of Kırıkkale are clearly visible.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern glare. This side offers better views of the high altitude mountains of the Tunceli and Erzincan regions during the initial climb. Watch for the dramatic change from mountainous terrain to the flat Anatolian plateau.
Distance: 567 km (352 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 57 min
Departure: EZS (38.6068992615, 39.2914009094)
Arrival: ESB (40.1281013489, 32.995098114)
Route Type: Domestic
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