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FRA → TLV
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic crossing of the Alps and the stunning approach over the Mediterranean coastline of Tel Aviv.
Frankfurt Skyline
Clear views of the Main river and the 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers shortly after takeoff.
Austrian Alps
Breathtaking views of the snow-capped peaks and glacial valleys of the Eastern Alps.
Dalmatian Coast
The intricate network of islands and turquoise waters along the Croatian shoreline.
Aegean Islands
A bird's-eye view of the Cyclades and other Greek island chains scattered in the blue sea.
Tel Aviv Beachfront
On the standard approach, you get a direct view of the white sands and modern skyline of Tel Aviv.
For the best experience, choose a seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. On morning flights, the left side keeps the sun behind you for clearer photography. The final 15 minutes of the flight are the highlight as the plane aligns with the Israeli coast.
Central Alps
Views of the high-altitude glaciers and the rugged terrain of the Swiss and Austrian border.
Balkan Mountains
Expansive views over the interior mountain ranges of Bosnia and Serbia.
Rhodes Island
The flight path often passes directly near or over the historic Dodecanese islands.
Deep Mediterranean
Vast, uninterrupted views of the Mediterranean horizon as you transition from Europe to Asia.
Judean Hills
During the final descent, look for the rolling hills leading toward Jerusalem to the east.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to enjoy the warm glow of the setting sun over the Mediterranean. During the winter months, the visibility over the Alps is often crisper on this side due to the angle of light.
Distance: 2,953 km (1,835 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 56 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Route Type: International
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