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GOT → EBL
Which side of the plane to sit from Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (Gothenborg) to Erbil International Airport (Erbil)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the iconic Öresund Bridge at departure and the most dramatic mountain ranges, including the Carpathians and the rugged Taurus Mountains in Turkey.
Öresund Bridge
A magnificent aerial view of the bridge-tunnel system connecting Malmö and Copenhagen shortly after takeoff.
Carpathian Mountains
Jagged peaks and deep green valleys as the flight traverses the Transylvanian region of Romania.
Taurus Mountains
Spectacular snow-capped limestone peaks in southern Turkey that provide a dramatic backdrop before entering Iraq.
Tigris River Basin
The historic winding river visible as the aircraft descends toward the Mesopotamian plains near Erbil.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see the Öresund Bridge during the initial climb. On afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you or to your side, providing excellent lighting for photos of the Taurus Mountains. During the final descent into EBL, the right side often catches the golden hour light hitting the Erbil Citadel.
Baltic Sea Archipelago
Scenic views of the countless small islands and rocky outcrops along the southern Swedish coastline.
Warsaw Skyline
Depending on the specific airway, views of the Vistula River and the growing metropolis of the Polish capital.
Black Sea Coast
The transition from Eastern Europe into Turkey often follows the western coastline of the Black Sea.
Anatolian Plateau
Expansive vistas of the high-altitude, arid landscapes of central and eastern Turkey.
Morning flights provide beautiful light reflecting off the Baltic and Black Sea. This side is better if you prefer viewing the vastness of the Anatolian heartland and the Pontic Mountains in northern Turkey. Keep an eye out for the sunrise if traveling on an overnight or early morning service.
Distance: 3,329 km (2,069 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 55 min
Departure: GOT (57.662799835205, 12.279800415039)
Arrival: EBL (36.23759841918945, 43.96319961547852)
Route Type: International
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