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IST → MAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Istanbul Airport (Istanbul) to Manchester Airport (Manchester)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most diverse scenery, including the potential for iconic Istanbul Bosphorus views upon departure, a distant silhouette of the Alps, and a better angle for Manchester’s urban landmarks during the final approach.
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Bosphorus & Istanbul
Stunning views of the bridge-linked continents and the historic peninsula if the flight departs toward the south.
Distant Alps
On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Austrian and Swiss Alps are visible on the southern horizon over Central Europe.
Budapest
A frequent overflight point offering a bird's-eye view of the Danube River and the Hungarian Parliament building.
English Channel
The crossing from continental Europe to the UK, featuring busy shipping lanes and the French coastline.
Manchester Landmarks
Common landing patterns often provide views of Old Trafford or the Etihad Stadium during the descent into MAN.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing for unobstructed views of Istanbul. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind or above the aircraft, reducing glare when looking south toward the Alps and the European heartland.
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Black Sea Coast
Immediate views of the turquoise Black Sea coastline and the sprawling northern forests of Istanbul.
Danube River
The winding path of Europe's second-longest river as it snakes through the Balkan plains.
German Heartland
A clear view of the dense forests and structured agricultural landscapes of Bavaria and Hesse.
Rotterdam Port
The massive industrial scale of one of the world's largest ports is often visible near the Dutch coast.
The Peak District
Rugged moorlands and green valleys of the National Park as you approach the airport from the east.
The right side is excellent for early morning flights to see the sunrise over the Black Sea. Keep an eye out for the North Sea crossing; the wind patterns often dictate a route directly over the beautiful Dutch and Belgian coastlines.
Book Hotels in ManchesterDistance: 2,667 km (1,657 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 33 min
Departure: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Arrival: MAN (53.35369873046875, -2.2749500274658203)
Route Type: International
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