Passengers on the right side can enjoy expansive views of the Aegean Sea and the Turkish coastline shimmering in the distance as the aircraft climbs away from the island.
The right side provides a more dramatic sequence of the Aegean archipelago, the Venice lagoon, and the sharpest peaks of the Dolomites during the Alpine crossing.
The right side offers a superior sequence of views starting with the dramatic Turkish coastline at takeoff, followed by the rugged Carpathian range and a stunning descent over the Baltic islands.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Balkan coastline and the jagged peaks of the Eastern Alps, followed by a better chance of seeing the Brussels skyline on approach.
The left side offers a stunning sequence of coastal views including the Ionian Islands, the dramatic Adriatic coastline of Croatia, and the rugged peaks of the Dolomites.
The left side offers a stunning sequence of maritime and coastal views, starting with the Greek islands, moving along the turquoise Adriatic coast of Croatia, and providing excellent angles of the Northern Italian plains and the outskirts of Paris.
The left side provides a superior vantage point of the iconic Dodecanese island chain, featuring the distinct volcanic crater of Nisyros and the rugged coastlines of Kos and Patmos.
The right side provides an incredible panorama of the Turkish Riviera shortly after takeoff, followed by expansive views of the Black Sea coastline and the lush lakelands of Northern Poland and Lithuania.
The left side offers superior views of the Aegean archipelago immediately after takeoff and a stunning panorama of the Bosporus and Istanbul's skyline, which is one of the most iconic sights on this route.
The left side provides a more consistent sequence of geographic drama, from the rugged mountains of the Balkans to a superior angle for viewing the Vienna city center during standard landing patterns.
The right side offers an exceptional perspective of the Turkish coastline immediately after takeoff, followed by a more comprehensive view of the Aegean islands and the intricate Swedish archipelago during the descent into Rygge.
The right side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the rugged Turkish coastline and Taurus mountains shortly after takeoff, followed by expansive views of the Russian heartland and the possibility of seeing the Moscow skyline during the final approach.