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GZP → HEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Gazipaşa Airport (Alanya) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most diverse geographic transition, featuring the rugged Taurus Mountains, the winding Vistula River, and a superior view of the Finnish archipelago during the approach to Helsinki.
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Taurus Mountains
Dramatic limestone peaks and deep valleys visible immediately after departure from Gazipaşa.
Central Anatolia
Expansive views of the high Anatolian plateau and the outskirts of Ankara.
Carpathian Mountains
The jagged ridgeline of the Carpathians through Romania and Slovakia.
Vistula River
Poland's longest river snaking through the landscape near Warsaw.
Helsinki Archipelago
Thousands of granite islands and forested islets as you descend into Finland.
Sit on the left for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Baltic Sea. This side is particularly scenic during the final 20 minutes of flight when the plane maneuvers over the Gulf of Finland. Use a polarized filter for photos to cut through the haze over the Black Sea.
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Turkish Riviera
Stunning aerial views of the Alanya coastline and turquoise Mediterranean waters upon takeoff.
Lake Tuz
The massive, bright white salt lake in Central Turkey is often visible to the east.
Black Sea Crossing
A vast expanse of deep blue as the flight leaves the Turkish coast behind.
Baltic Forests
Dense, continuous evergreen canopies covering Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia.
Gulf of Finland
Active shipping lanes and ferry routes connecting Tallinn and Helsinki.
The right side provides excellent morning light for photography. It is the better side for spotting Lake Tuz shortly after reaching cruising altitude. During winter months, this side offers a higher chance of seeing the 'blue hour' light over the snow-covered Baltic landscapes.
Book Hotels in HelsinkiDistance: 2,721 km (1,691 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 38 min
Departure: GZP (36.299217, 32.300598)
Arrival: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Route Type: International
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