From IST?
Tip: Sit on the left side for takeoff.
Passengers can observe the transition from the lush Belgrad Forest to the vast expanse of the Black Sea during the initial climb.
Passengers can observe the transition from the lush Belgrad Forest to the vast expanse of the Black Sea during the initial climb.
The right side of the aircraft offers spectacular panoramic views of the Black Sea coastline, the major Bulgarian port cities of Burgas and Varna, and the expansive Danube River crossing before the descent into Bucharest.
The right side offers a superior view of the Carpathian Mountains, the Baltic Sea crossing, and the scenic approach over the Oslo Fjord with the city skyline visible on final descent.
The left side offers a superior visual journey, featuring the contrast between the Black Sea coastline at takeoff and the dramatic approach over the Euphrates River and the historic stone architecture of Old Mardin.
The left side offers superior views of the High Alps during the middle stage of the flight and a better chance of seeing central Istanbul during departure depending on the runway configuration.
The left side offers a superior view of the Istanbul coastline during departure and provides the best angle for the dramatic Volga River landscapes and the Kazan Kremlin upon final approach.
The left side offers a spectacular vantage point of Eastern Anatolia's high-altitude lakes and the dramatic, snow-capped Zagros Mountains along the Iraq-Iran border.
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular sequence of European landmarks, including the rugged mountains of the Peloponnese, a distant view of Mount Etna, and the iconic arrival over the fortified city of Valletta.
The right side offers a superior panoramic view of the Arabian Peninsula's coastline, including the architectural wonders of the UAE and the dramatic desert-to-mountain transition of Oman.
The Right Side provides a spectacular panorama of the Balkan mountain ranges, the central Apennines of Italy, and a grand approach into Provence featuring the French Alps and the shimmering coastline of the Cote d'Azur.
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.
The left side offers a superior panorama of the Istanbul skyline during departure, distant southern views of the Alps, and a scenic approach over the English Channel and the rolling hills of Kent.
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic Saharan mountain massifs and the scenic coastal approach into Lagos over the Atlantic.