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LBV → IST
Which side of the plane to sit from Libreville Leon M'ba International Airport (Libreville) to Istanbul Airport (Istanbul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Tibesti Mountains in the Sahara and the iconic Bosphorus Strait during the final approach into Istanbul.
Tibesti Mountains
Dramatic volcanic peaks and dark rock formations in northern Chad.
Lake Chad
An aerial perspective of the vital, shrinking water source in the Sahel region.
Aegean Archipelago
A tapestry of white-washed Greek islands scattered across the turquoise sea.
Bosphorus Strait
The iconic waterway separating Europe and Asia, visible during the descent into IST.
Istanbul Skyline
A breathtaking view of minarets, palaces, and the modern city expanse.
The right side is essential for seeing the Bosphorus during the landing sequence at Istanbul Airport. Morning departures from Libreville ensure the Sahara is illuminated by the eastern sun, highlighting topographic textures.
Sahara Erg
Vast orange sand dunes of the Libyan desert stretching to the horizon.
Mediterranean Coast
The transition from the arid African continent to the deep blue Mediterranean Sea.
Peloponnese Peninsula
Rugged Greek coastlines and mountainous terrain visible during the European crossing.
Saronic Gulf
Distant views of the historic Greek islands near the mainland.
Best for sunset views if flying in the late afternoon. Look out for the rugged mountains of the Peloponnese and the glint of the Mediterranean sun reflected on the water.
Distance: 4,938 km (3,068 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 49 min
Departure: LBV (0.458600014448, 9.4122800827)
Arrival: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Route Type: International
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