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GYD → TLV
Which side of the plane to sit from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (Baku) to Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more direct view of iconic landmarks including the massive silhouette of Mount Ararat and the urban coastline of Tel Aviv during the final approach.
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Caspian Sea & Baku Bay
Aerial view of the Crescent Bay and the Caspian coastline immediately after takeoff from GYD.
Mount Ararat
The legendary snow-capped peak is often visible to the south as you cross the border regions near Turkey and Armenia.
Lake Van
Turkey's largest lake, known for its deep blue alkaline waters, typically appears as you head southwest.
Lebanese Coastline
Views of the dense urban sprawl of Beirut and the Lebanon Mountains before entering Israeli airspace.
Tel Aviv Skyline
Detailed views of the skyscrapers and the Mediterranean promenade during the descent into Ben Gurion.
Choose a window seat mid-cabin or forward to avoid wing obstruction. For morning flights, this side will be in the shade, reducing glare for photos of Mount Ararat. During the descent into TLV, the left side typically offers a stunning panorama of the city if the flight path approaches from the north over the sea.
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Caucasus Range
Distant views of the high peaks of the Greater Caucasus mountains stretching to the north.
Eastern Anatolian Plateau
Rugged, volcanic, and high-altitude terrain of Eastern Turkey with unique geological formations.
Mediterranean Horizon
Expansive views of the turquoise Mediterranean Sea as the plane flies parallel to the southern Turkish coast.
Island of Cyprus
On clear days and depending on the specific air corridor, the island may be visible on the northern horizon.
The right side is ideal for catching sunset views on late afternoon flights. While you miss Mount Ararat, you get a broader view of the Mediterranean Sea. If the approach to TLV involves a loop over the sea, the right side provides a great perspective of the shoreline and the Mediterranean horizon.
Book Hotels in Tel-avivDistance: 1,649 km (1,025 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 12 min
Departure: GYD (40.46749877929688, 50.04669952392578)
Arrival: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Route Type: International
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