Passengers can witness the expansive apricot orchards of the Malatya plateau and the striking ridges of the Anti-Taurus Mountains.
The right side is generally preferred for the approach into Istanbul, offering potential views of the Bosphorus, the Black Sea coastline, and the expansive terminal of the new Istanbul Airport.
The left side is superior for this route as it offers sweeping views of the Central Anatolian landscape, the shimmering Tuz Gölü (Salt Lake) in the distance, and a stunning approach over Lake Sapanca and the Gulf of Izmit.
The left side offers superior views of the majestic Euphrates river system and the massive Karakaya Dam shortly after departure, followed by sweeping vistas of the Central Anatolian plateau and the distant Taurus peaks.