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IST → KVD
Which side of the plane to sit from Istanbul Airport (Istanbul) to Ganja Airport (Ganja)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic transition from the deep blue Black Sea to the lush, emerald-green peaks of the Pontic Mountains and the Lesser Caucasus.
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Black Sea Coastline
Continuous views of the northern Turkish coastline where the sea meets rugged cliffs.
Pontic Mountains
Dramatic views of the Kaçkar range with snow-capped peaks visible even in summer.
Trabzon Aerials
A clear view of the historic port city nestled between the mountains and the sea.
Lesser Caucasus
Entering Azerbaijan, you see the rolling green hills and high ridges of the Lesser Caucasus range.
Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you for optimal photography of the Turkish coastline. Look out for the intense green landscapes near the Rize-Artvin region, which are particularly striking after the crossing of the Anatolian plateau.
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Istanbul Bosphorus
Depending on the takeoff direction, a stunning view of the bridges and the Golden Horn.
Anatolian Plateau
The vast, golden-hued landscapes and unique geological folds of central Turkey.
Kura River
The winding path of the Kura River as it flows through the plains of western Azerbaijan.
Ganja Landscape
The mixture of historical Soviet-era architecture and modern developments as you descend.
The right side is excellent for catching the urban sprawl of Istanbul immediately after takeoff. During the final descent into KVD, look for the Mingachevir reservoir in the distance to the southeast, which appears as a vast blue expanse amidst the arid plains.
Book Hotels in GanjaDistance: 1,473 km (915 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Arrival: KVD (40.737701416015625, 46.31760025024414)
Route Type: International
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