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IGD → ESB
Which side of the plane to sit from Iğdır Airport (Igdir) to Esenboğa International Airport (Ankara)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an iconic, close-up view of Mount Ararat (Ağrı Dağı) shortly after takeoff, followed by a continuous panorama of the rugged Eastern Anatolian mountain ranges and the winding Euphrates river system.
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Mount Ararat
The highest peak in Turkey and a legendary volcanic cone, visible in its full glory immediately after departure.
Palandöken Mountains
High-altitude peaks near Erzurum known for their jagged ridges and winter snow cover.
Upper Euphrates Basin
The dramatic, winding path of the Karasu river as it carves through deep mountain canyons.
Munzur Range
Striking limestone formations and sharp ridges located in the Tunceli-Erzincan region.
Ankara Skyline
Upon final approach, a view of the southern urban sprawl and the Elmadağ district.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to see Mount Ararat illuminated by the early sun. This side remains the most scenic throughout the flight as it tracks the main spine of the Eastern Anatolian mountains. Be sure to look out within the first 10 minutes of flight for the best volcanic views.
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Aras River Valley
The fertile valley forming the natural border between Turkey and Armenia.
Erzurum Plateau
One of the highest flatlands in Turkey, characterized by vast golden plains and agricultural grids.
Kaçkar Mountains
On clear days, the distant, snow-capped peaks of the Black Sea mountain range are visible to the north.
North Anatolian Fault Line
Visible geographic depressions and valley formations following one of the world's most active fault lines.
Esenboğa Approach
A clear view of the rolling hills and industrial zones of northern Ankara during the descent.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare. It offers a broader perspective of the Anatolian plateau's transition from high mountains to rolling steppes. It is also the better side for spotting the distant, lush greenery of the Pontic Alps to the far north if the sky is exceptionally clear.
Book Hotels in AnkaraDistance: 926 km (575 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: IGD (39.9766273499, 43.8766479492)
Arrival: ESB (40.1281013489, 32.995098114)
Route Type: Domestic
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