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SAW → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (Istanbul) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a breathtaking departure over the Sea of Marmara, the Princes' Islands, and the historic skyline of Istanbul, followed by distant views of the Alps.
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Princes' Islands
Aerial view of the archipelago in the Sea of Marmara immediately after takeoff from SAW.
Istanbul Skyline
Panoramic view of the Bosphorus, Sultanahmet, and the historic peninsula if the flight path heads west.
Rhodope Mountains
Rugged and densely forested mountain peaks across southern Bulgaria.
Belgrade
The confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers at the heart of the Serbian capital.
The Alps
On clear days, the northern fringes of the Austrian and German Alps are visible on the horizon.
Book an 'A' seat for the most dramatic views of the Marmara Sea. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the Balkan landscapes and the distant snowy peaks of the Alps to the south.
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Black Sea Coast
Vast views of the Turkish and Bulgarian coastlines shortly after departure.
Carpathian Mountains
The dramatic peaks of the Transylvanian Alps visible as you cross into Central Europe.
Budapest & Danube
Splendid views of the Hungarian capital and the winding Danube River valley.
Spessart Forest
Lush green rolling hills and ancient woodlands as the plane enters the Hessian region.
Frankfurt Skyline
Excellent views of 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers if the aircraft approaches FRA from the east.
Choose an 'F' seat to see the Carpathian Mountains. This side is particularly rewarding during the final approach into Frankfurt if the wind dictates a landing from the east, offering a clear view of the financial district.
Book Hotels in FrankfurtDistance: 1,900 km (1,181 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 32 min
Departure: SAW (40.898601532, 29.3092002869)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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