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PRN → SAW
Which side of the plane to sit from Priština International Airport (Pristina) to Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (Istanbul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the highest Balkan peaks and a stunning approach over the Sea of Marmara, including the Princes' Islands just before touchdown.
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Rila & Pirin Ranges
Stunning views of Musala, the highest peak in the Balkans, and the glaciated peaks of southwest Bulgaria.
Rhodope Mountains
Fly over the rolling green hills and deep river gorges of the Rhodope massif.
Sea of Marmara
Aerial views of the busy shipping lanes and tankers waiting to transit the Bosphorus.
Princes' Islands
A cluster of nine islands in the Marmara Sea, providing a scenic landmark just before landing.
Anatolian Istanbul
A close-up view of the dense urban sprawl of the Pendik and Kartal districts on the Asian side.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare. During the final approach to SAW, the plane often banks over the Sea of Marmara, providing an excellent vantage point of the Princes' Islands and the historic peninsula in the distance.
Book Hotels in IstanbulBalkan Mountains
Dramatic ridges of the Stara Planina range stretching across Bulgaria.
Sofia Cityscape
Distant views of the Bulgarian capital and the Vitosha mountain backdrop.
Black Sea Horizon
The deep blue waters of the Black Sea become visible to the north as you enter Turkish airspace.
Northern Bosphorus
Views of the Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge connecting Europe and Asia at the mouth of the Black Sea.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Black Sea. It is also the better side for viewing the dense Belgrade Forest and the northern expansion of Istanbul during the initial descent phases.
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Get eSIMs for TurkeyDistance: 711 km (442 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 11 min
Departure: PRN (42.5728, 21.035801)
Arrival: SAW (40.898601532, 29.3092002869)
Route Type: International
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