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ROV → TLV
Which side of the plane to sit from Platov International Airport (Rostov) to Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more geologically diverse journey, featuring the rugged Taurus Mountains of Turkey and the dramatic ascent of the Lebanese mountain range before crossing into Northern Israel.
Don River Delta
Immediately after takeoff from Platov, enjoy views of the winding Don River as it flows toward the Sea of Azov.
Taurus Mountains
Mid-flight, witness the jagged, often snow-capped peaks of the Taurus range stretching across southern Turkey.
Beirut & Mount Lebanon
As the flight nears the Levant, the Lebanese coastline and the high ridges of Mount Lebanon are clearly visible.
Sea of Galilee
During the descent into Tel Aviv, the sparkling freshwater lake (Kinneret) appears nestled in the northern Israeli hills.
Judean Hills
The final approach often provides a view of the rolling green and brown terrain leading toward Jerusalem.
Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Turkish mountains. This side is superior for seeing terrestrial landmarks and the transition from the Anatolian plateau to the Mediterranean basin. Keep an eye out for the distinctive silhouette of Mount Hermon in the winter months.
Black Sea Horizon
A vast expanse of deep blue water as the aircraft exits Russian airspace and heads toward Turkey.
Central Anatolian Steppe
Observe the unique agricultural patterns and arid landscapes of central Turkey's high-altitude plains.
Cyprus Island
On a clear day, the island of Cyprus can be seen sitting prominently in the eastern Mediterranean.
Tel Aviv Shoreline
During the standard approach (ILS Runway 12), the right side gets a panoramic view of the Mediterranean coastline and the 'White City' skyline.
Old Jaffa
Just before touchdown, look for the ancient port of Jaffa jutting into the sea south of the modern skyscrapers.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Mediterranean. It also typically provides the best view of the Tel Aviv beachfront during the final turn for landing at Ben Gurion. Use a polarising filter for photos to cut through the haze often present over the sea.
Distance: 1,774 km (1,102 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 22 min
Departure: ROV (47.493888, 39.924722)
Arrival: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Route Type: International
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