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IST → CND
Which side of the plane to sit from Istanbul Airport (Istanbul) to Mihail Kogălniceanu International Airport (Constanta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the Romanian coastline, specifically the massive Port of Constanta and the unique Mamaia resort strip during the descent.
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Black Sea Horizon
Expansive views of the deep blue waters shortly after departing Istanbul's northern coast.
Port of Constanta
The largest port on the Black Sea, visible with its massive breakwaters and container ships.
Mamaia Resort Strip
A stunning view of the thin land spit between the Black Sea and Lake Siutghiol.
Danube-Black Sea Canal
The eastern terminus of this major engineering project near Agigea.
Lake Siutghiol
The freshwater lagoon adjacent to the sea, offering a sharp color contrast from the air.
The right side is the 'money' side for landing at CND. Choose this side for morning flights to see the Romanian coast illuminated by the sun. Keep your camera ready as you pass the city of Constanta, as the approach is often very low over the shoreline.
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Belgrade Forest
Dense green canopy surrounding the outskirts of Istanbul during the initial climb.
Bulgarian Riviera
A distant but clear view of the Varna coastline and the Golden Sands resort area.
Cape Kaliakra
A distinctive narrow headland on the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast jutting into the water.
Dobrogea Plains
The rolling agricultural landscape of Southeast Romania as the plane turns for its final approach.
Sit on the left to catch glimpses of the Bulgarian coastline. For the best visibility of land features, aim for a mid-day flight to avoid the sun being directly in your eyes when looking west toward the shore.
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Get eSIMs for RomaniaDistance: 344 km (214 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 34 min
Departure: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Arrival: CND (44.36220169067383, 28.488300323486328)
Route Type: International
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