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KVD → IST
Which side of the plane to sit from Ganja Airport (Ganja) to Istanbul Airport (Istanbul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic intersection of the Pontic Mountains and the Black Sea, culminating in a spectacular view of the Bosphorus during the approach to Istanbul.
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Kaçkar Mountains
Snow-capped peaks of the Pontic Alps rising sharply from the coast.
Black Sea Shoreline
Continuous views of the emerald-green coast where forest meets the sea.
Sinop Peninsula
The northernmost tip of Turkey stretching into the deep blue Black Sea.
Bosphorus Strait
A world-class view of the waterway dividing Europe and Asia just before landing.
Belgrade Forest
Lush green canopy surrounding the northern outskirts of Istanbul near the airport.
The right side is the 'coastline' side. For the best experience, try to sit forward of the wing to capture the Bosphorus bridges without engine heat distortion. This side is particularly breathtaking during sunrise or sunset when the Black Sea reflects the sky's colors.
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Lesser Caucasus
Rugged ridges of the Murovdag range shortly after departing from Ganja.
Erzurum Highlands
High-altitude plains and volcanic landscapes of Eastern Turkey's interior.
Ankara Distant View
Possible sightings of the Turkish capital depending on the specific flight corridor.
Sea of Marmara
Deep blue waters dotted with cargo ships during the descent phase.
Southern Istanbul
Views of the historic peninsula and Golden Horn if the aircraft circles from the south.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you, preventing glare. This side is better for viewing the vast, arid beauty of the Anatolian plateau and the dense urban sprawl of Istanbul if landing patterns approach from the Sea of Marmara.
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Get eSIMs for TurkeyDistance: 1,473 km (915 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 58 min
Departure: KVD (40.737701416015625, 46.31760025024414)
Arrival: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Route Type: International
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