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IST → FDH
Which side of the plane to sit from Istanbul Airport (Istanbul) to Friedrichshafen Airport (Friedrichshafen)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of the high Alpine peaks and the vast expanse of Lake Constance during the final descent.
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Thrace Plains
The agricultural heartland where Turkey meets Bulgaria and Greece.
Lake Balaton
Central Europe's largest lake, visible as a long turquoise ribbon in Hungary.
The High Alps
Spectacular views of the Austrian and Swiss Alpine chains, including snow-capped peaks and glaciers.
Zugspitze View
Germany's highest peak is often visible to the south during the transit across the border.
Lake Constance Panorama
A sweeping view of the entire lake, including the Swiss and Austrian shores, as you descend into FDH.
The right side is the 'mountain side' for this route. On evening flights, you may catch the Alpenglow on the peaks. The approach into Friedrichshafen often banks over the water, providing a stunning aerial view of the lake's vastness.
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Black Sea Coast
Aerial views of the northern Turkish coastline immediately following takeoff from Istanbul Airport.
Balkan Mountains
Rugged ridges and deep valleys stretching across Bulgaria and Eastern Serbia.
Vienna Outskirts
Distant views of the Austrian capital and the surrounding Danube basin.
Allgäu Foothills
Lush green pastures and rolling hills characteristic of the Southern German countryside.
Lower Lake Constance
The northern shoreline and the city of Friedrichshafen during the final approach.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side provides a great view of the German side of the 'Bodensee' during landing, often showcasing the Zeppelin hangars near the airport.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 1,678 km (1,043 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Departure: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Arrival: FDH (47.671298980699994, 9.511489868160002)
Route Type: International
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