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IST → TIP
Which side of the plane to sit from Istanbul Airport (Istanbul) to Tripoli International Airport (Tripoli)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Greek islands, the rugged southern coast of Crete, and a spectacular Mediterranean sunset during afternoon departures.
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Gallipoli Peninsula
Historic battlefields and the Dardanelles strait entrance where Europe meets Asia.
Cyclades Archipelago
Breathtaking views of islands like Santorini and Milos scattered across the Aegean Sea.
White Mountains of Crete
The rugged, snow-capped peaks and dramatic southern cliffs of Greece's largest island.
Tripoli Waterfront
The urban sprawl and Mediterranean port as the aircraft aligns for the approach to the airport.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to witness the sunset over the Mediterranean. Look for the distinct mountainous spine of Crete roughly mid-way through the flight, which is the scenic highlight of this route.
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Historic Istanbul
Shortly after takeoff, view the Bosphorus, the Golden Horn, and the Sultanahmet district.
Princess Islands
A cluster of nine islands in the Sea of Marmara visible during the initial ascent.
Rhodes & Dodecanese
Stunning aerial views of the eastern Greek islands and their turquoise coastlines.
Cyrenaica Coastline
The first glimpse of the Libyan coast as the aircraft enters African airspace over the Mediterranean.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the Istanbul skyline without sun glare. During the descent, keep an eye out for the deep blue hues of the Libyan Sea merging with the desert landscape.
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Get eSIMs for LibyaDistance: 1,680 km (1,044 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Departure: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Arrival: TIP (32.6635017395, 13.159000396700002)
Route Type: International
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