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OTP → BEY
Which side of the plane to sit from Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest) to Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (Beirut)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is highly recommended for the approach into Beirut, offering a panoramic view of the Lebanese coastline and the rising Mount Lebanon range, alongside a potential glimpse of the Bosphorus.
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Istanbul and Bosphorus
Depending on the specific airway, you may see the sprawling metropolis and the iconic waterway separating Europe and Asia.
Taurus Mountains
The dramatic, often snow-capped peaks of southern Turkey provide a rugged and majestic mid-flight landscape.
Beirut Waterfront
A stunning aerial view of the Zaitunay Bay and the famous Corniche as the plane lines up for the runway.
Mount Lebanon Range
The lush green and rocky slopes that characterize the Lebanese interior are fully visible during the final descent.
Book a window seat ahead of the wing for unobstructed views of the Turkish interior. For flights arriving in the morning, the lighting on the Lebanese mountains is spectacular, providing high-contrast photography opportunities. During the final approach to BEY, the plane often makes a turn over the sea, making the Left Side the prime spot for the city skyline.
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Early in the flight, observe the dense forests and rolling ridges of the Bulgarian mountain ranges.
Sea of Marmara
View the busy shipping lanes and the western edges of Turkey as you transition toward the Mediterranean.
Cyprus Island
On clear days, the northern coast of Cyprus and the Five Finger Mountain range are visible to the west.
Mediterranean Horizon
Offers expansive, uninterrupted views of the deep blue sea, especially beautiful during sunset flights.
The Right Side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Mediterranean. While over Turkey, look for the Dardanelles in the distance. Note that during landing, you will mostly see the open sea until the very final moments before touchdown, as the airport is located right on the coast.
Book Hotels in BeirutDistance: 1,442 km (896 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 55 min
Departure: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Arrival: BEY (33.820899963378906, 35.488399505615234)
Route Type: International
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