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MRS → IST
Which side of the plane to sit from Marseille Provence Airport (Marseille) to Istanbul Airport (Istanbul)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the iconic French Riviera coastline shortly after takeoff and the dramatic, snow-capped peaks of the Dinaric Alps and Balkan Mountains throughout the journey.
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French Riviera
Breathtaking views of the Cote d'Azur, including Nice, Monaco, and the dramatic maritime Alps meeting the sea.
Tuscan Archipelago
Views of the northern Italian coastline and the rolling hills of Tuscany as the flight crosses the peninsula.
Adriatic Coastline
The stunning turquoise waters and jagged islands of the Croatian and Montenegrin coasts.
Dinaric Alps
Dramatic limestone mountain ranges stretching across the Balkan Peninsula.
Balkan Interior
Dense forests and high-altitude lakes of Bulgaria, including the outskirts of Sofia.
For the best experience, book a morning flight to have the sun on the opposite side, preventing glare while viewing the French Riviera. This side is also better for spotting the Black Sea coastline as you enter Turkish airspace from the northwest.
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Corsica and Elba
Aerial views of the northern tips of these Mediterranean islands during the initial cruise phase.
Central Italy
A distant look at the Lazio region and the rugged Apennine mountain spine.
Albanian Riviera
The stark, beautiful contrast of the southern Balkan mountains plunging into the Ionian Sea.
Sea of Marmara
Vibrant shipping lanes and the Prince Islands as the plane descends toward Istanbul.
Istanbul Skyline
Views of the historical peninsula, including the Blue Mosque and Bosphorus, if the flight approaches IST from the south.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights, offering spectacular 'Golden Hour' views of the Sea of Marmara. On the approach to IST, keep your camera ready for the dense urban sprawl of Istanbul and the massive bridges connecting Europe and Asia.
Book Hotels in IstanbulDistance: 1,942 km (1,207 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 35 min
Departure: MRS (43.439271922, 5.22142410278)
Arrival: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Route Type: International
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