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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior vantage point for the Greek islands, the Balkan mountain ranges, and the sprawling lake districts of Northern Poland before the descent into Kaunas.

Left Side Highlights
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Dodecanese Islands

Exiting the Mediterranean, you will see Rhodes and the smaller Dodecanese islands dotting the deep blue Aegean Sea.

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Aegean Coastline

Views of the rugged western Turkish coast and the numerous inlets of the Aegean Peninsula.

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Vitosha Mountain & Sofia

As you cross Bulgaria, look for the massive Vitosha dome overlooking the capital city of Sofia.

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Western Carpathians

Dramatic views of the High Tatras and the forested peaks that define the border between Slovakia and Poland.

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Masurian Lake District

As you approach Lithuania, the landscape transforms into thousands of small, interconnected lakes across northern Poland.

For the best views of the Aegean islands, a daytime flight is essential. During autumn, the Carpathian mountains on the left side offer stunning foliage colors. Sit behind the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the view of the Masurian Lakes during the initial descent phase.

Right Side Highlights
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Taurus Mountains

Incredible views of the snow-capped Taurus range in Turkey shortly after leaving the Mediterranean.

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Lake Beyşehir

Turkey's largest freshwater lake appears as a turquoise jewel set against the Anatolian plateau.

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Istanbul & Bosphorus

On clear days, if the flight path tracks east, the shimmering Bosphorus and the vast urban sprawl of Istanbul are visible in the distance.

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Bucharest

The Romanian capital is often visible to the east, recognizable by its massive Palace of the Parliament.

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Neris River Valley

As the plane enters Lithuanian airspace, the winding Neris River cuts through dense Baltic forests.

The right side is excellent for early morning flights as the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photography of the Turkish mountains. Look out for the Bosphorus strait roughly 45-60 minutes into the flight depending on the specific air corridor used.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,343 km (1,456 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 7 min

Departure: PFO (34.71799850463867, 32.48569869995117)

Arrival: KUN (54.96390151977539, 24.084800720214844)

Route Type: International

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