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IST → SIN
Which side of the plane to sit from Istanbul Airport (Istanbul) to Singapore Changi Airport (Singapore)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers breathtaking geological views of the Iranian plateau, the crystal-clear waters of the Andaman Sea, and a front-row seat to the massive container ship armadas in the Singapore Strait during arrival.
Zagros Mountains
Spectacular orange and red desert folds and unique salt domes across southern Iran.
Gulf of Oman
Views of the deep blue waters and heavy maritime traffic near the Strait of Hormuz.
Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Stunning views of remote, densely forested islands surrounded by coral reefs.
Sumatran Coastline
The dense tropical rainforests and winding rivers of Indonesia as the plane nears its destination.
Singapore Strait Shipyards
An iconic view of hundreds of cargo ships and tankers anchored outside Singapore, looking like a city on water.
The right side is superior for landing at SIN. As planes usually approach from the south or east, the right side provides the iconic view of the Singapore skyline and the vast merchant fleet. During the first half of the flight, the arid beauty of the Middle East is much more visible from this side.
Pontic Mountains
Dramatic snow-capped peaks along the northern Turkish coastline shortly after departure.
Bay of Bengal Sunrise
As most flights depart IST at night, the left side catches the first rays of the sun over the open ocean.
Mekong Delta Proximity
Distant views of the intricate river systems and lush green landscapes of Southeast Asia.
Kuala Lumpur Skyline
On the descent, you can often spot the illuminated towers of the Malaysian capital in the distance.
The left side is the 'sunrise side' for the typical overnight flight. It is best for passengers who want to see the transition from night to day over South Asia. Avoid seats over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the distant Himalayan foothills if the flight path tracks slightly north.
Distance: 8,680 km (5,394 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 13 min
Departure: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Arrival: SIN (1.35019, 103.994003)
Route Type: International
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