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KCM → IST
Which side of the plane to sit from Kahramanmaraş Airport (Kahramanmaras) to Istanbul Airport (Istanbul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers a spectacular view of the Tuz Gölü (Salt Lake) mid-flight and typically provides the most iconic views of the Bosphorus and the Black Sea coastline during the approach into Istanbul Airport.
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Tuz Gölü (Salt Lake)
One of the largest hypersaline lakes in the world, appearing as a massive, bright white expanse.
Bolu Mountains
Lush, dense forest cover and high altitude ridges as the flight moves toward the Marmara region.
Bosphorus Strait
The legendary waterway dividing Europe and Asia, usually visible during the standard approach into IST.
Black Sea Coastline
The dramatic meeting of deep blue waters and the green northern forests of Istanbul just before touchdown.
Mount Erciyes
On clear days, the distant snow-capped peak of this volcano can be seen shortly after leaving the Kahramanmaraş area.
The right side is a must for photographers; keep your camera ready about 40 minutes into the flight for the Salt Lake. For the arrival, the Bosphorus is most visible if the wind is blowing from the north, forcing an approach over the Black Sea. Choose a morning flight for the best lighting on the landscape.
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Ahır Mountain
The rugged mountain range immediately surrounding Kahramanmaraş, visible shortly after takeoff.
Anatolian Plateau
Vast stretches of the central plateau showing the unique agricultural patterns of rural Turkey.
Istanbul Cityscape
A view of the dense urban sprawl of the European side as the aircraft maneuvers for landing.
Marmara Sea
Glittering views of the sea to the south during the final descent phase.
Sit toward the rear of the cabin on the left side to get a wider perspective of the city sprawl without wing obstruction. On clear days, you may see the distant silhouette of the Uludağ mountain range to the southwest. Afternoon flights are ideal for this side to have the sun behind you.
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Get eSIMs for TurkeyDistance: 817 km (508 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: KCM (37.5388259888, 36.9535217285)
Arrival: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Route Type: Domestic
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