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IST → GOT
Which side of the plane to sit from Istanbul Airport (Istanbul) to Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport (Gothenborg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior perspective of Central European capitals like Budapest and a spectacular approach over the Oresund region before landing.
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Balkan Mountains
Rugged ridges of the Stara Planina visible shortly after entering Bulgarian airspace.
Budapest Skyline
A frequent sight on this route, showing the Parliament building and the Danube.
The Danube
Europe's second-longest river snakes through the landscape for much of the mid-flight.
Oresund Bridge
The massive bridge-tunnel system connecting Copenhagen and Malmo during the descent.
Kattegat
The sea area between Denmark and Sweden, often dotted with massive cargo ships.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Danube River winding through Hungary and the Oresund Bridge during the descent. Morning flights offer soft lighting on the Balkan peaks, while evening flights provide stunning sunsets over the European continent. Ensure you choose a seat ahead of the wing for an unobstructed view of the urban landscapes.
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Black Sea Coast
Beautiful views of the Turkish and Bulgarian coastlines immediately after departure.
Carpathian Mountains
The dramatic snow-capped peaks of the Transylvanian Alps in Romania.
Warsaw
The sprawling capital of Poland is often visible to the north on standard flight paths.
Baltic Sea
A long stretch over the deep blue waters separating Central Europe from Scandinavia.
Swedish Wilderness
Dense pine forests and thousands of small lakes typical of the Swedish interior.
The right side is ideal for catching the Black Sea coastline immediately after takeoff from IST. During winter night flights, look north out of these windows for a potential glimpse of the Northern Lights as you enter Swedish airspace. This side also offers the best views of the Carpathian range if the flight path tracks slightly further east.
Book Hotels in GothenborgDistance: 2,164 km (1,345 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 53 min
Departure: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Arrival: GOT (57.662799835205, 12.279800415039)
Route Type: International
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