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MUC → EBL
Which side of the plane to sit from Munich Airport (Munich) to Erbil International Airport (Erbil)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides unparalleled views of the high Austrian Alps immediately after takeoff and the dramatic ridges of the Taurus Mountains in Turkey.
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High Alps
Spectacular views of the Grossglockner and the snow-capped Hohe Tauern range in Austria.
Balkan Peaks
The rugged limestone landscapes of the Dinaric Alps across the former Yugoslavia.
Taurus Mountains
The massive, craggy mountain chain that forms the southern border of the Anatolian plateau.
Mesopotamian Plains
The dramatic descent from the Zagros foothills into the historic plains of Northern Iraq.
The first 45 minutes offer the best alpine views; keep your camera ready right after takeoff. The right side is also superior for spotting the Tigris river headwaters.
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Munich Suburbs
Aerial views of the Allianz Arena and the northern outskirts of Munich.
Lake Chiemsee
The largest lake in Bavaria, known as the Bavarian Sea, visible shortly after departure.
Pontic Mountains
The lush, green-topped mountains bordering the Black Sea in northern Turkey.
Lake Van
The vast, saline soda lake in eastern Turkey with its distinct turquoise hue.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun. Look for the glint of the Black Sea on the horizon mid-flight.
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Get eSIMs for IraqDistance: 2,940 km (1,827 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 55 min
Departure: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Arrival: EBL (36.23759841918945, 43.96319961547852)
Route Type: International
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