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KBP → TLV
Which side of the plane to sit from Boryspil International Airport (Kiev) to Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Turkish Riviera, the island of Cyprus, and the dramatic coastline of Israel during the final approach.
Ukrainian Coastline
The transition from the Ukrainian plains to the deep blue of the Black Sea near Odessa.
Cyprus
A clear view of the island of Cyprus sitting in the Mediterranean, usually visible to the west of the flight path.
Tel Aviv Waterfront
A spectacular view of the Mediterranean coastline and the high-rise skyline of Tel Aviv on final approach.
Mediterranean Horizon
Expansive views of the eastern Mediterranean, often dotted with cargo ships heading toward the Suez Canal.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to avoid the glare of the setting sun. During the descent into TLV, the plane often performs a U-turn over the sea, giving right-side passengers a perfect view of the entire coastline.
Dnieper River
Aerial views of the winding Dnieper River as the aircraft departs Kyiv heading south.
Central Taurus Mountains
The rugged peaks of the Taurus range in southern Turkey provide a dramatic landscape transition.
Galilee Hills
Vistas of the rolling green hills of northern Israel and the distant Sea of Galilee during descent.
Inland Israel
Views of the urban sprawl toward the Judean hills as the plane enters Israeli airspace.
On morning flights, the left side receives direct sunlight, which can be harsh; however, it offers the best chance to see the limestone hills of Jerusalem in the distance upon arrival.
Distance: 2,065 km (1,283 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 45 min
Departure: KBP (50.34500122070313, 30.89469909667969)
Arrival: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Route Type: International
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