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IST → LJU
Which side of the plane to sit from Istanbul Airport (Istanbul) to Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (Ljubljana)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring views of the Black Sea shortly after takeoff, the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers at Belgrade, and a spectacular alpine panorama during the descent into Ljubljana.
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Black Sea Coast
Stunning views of the Turkish coastline and the vast Black Sea shortly after departure from Istanbul.
Belgrade Cityscape
Clear views of the Serbian capital where the Danube and Sava rivers meet, including the Great War Island.
Balkan Mountains
The 'Stara Planina' range stretching across Bulgaria, providing a rugged backdrop to the flight path.
Kamnik–Savinja Alps
The majestic, often snow-dusted Slovenian Alps that dominate the horizon as the plane descends into LJU.
The right side is essential for seeing the Alps on approach. As the plane descends into Slovenia, keep your camera ready for the high mountain ridges. For evening flights, the sunset over the European continent can be viewed from this side.
Book Hotels in LjubljanaRila Mountains
The highest mountain range in the Balkans, located in southwestern Bulgaria, featuring jagged peaks and glacial lakes.
Dinaric Alps
Expansive limestone karst formations stretching across Bosnia and Herzegovina into Croatia.
Sava River Meanders
Intricate loops of the Sava river as it winds through the lush valleys of northern Croatia and central Slovenia.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Look for the snow-capped peaks of the Pirin and Rila mountains during the first third of the flight, particularly dramatic in the winter and spring months.
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Get eSIMs for SloveniaDistance: 1,271 km (790 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Arrival: LJU (46.223701, 14.4576)
Route Type: International
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