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SAW → MSR
Which side of the plane to sit from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (Istanbul) to Muş Airport (Mus)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the massive Keban Dam reservoir and the dramatic winding path of the Euphrates River. It also benefits from better lighting as the sun is typically to the south, illuminating the Anatolian plateau and the approach toward the Lake Van region.
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Gulf of Izmit
A clear view of the industrial maritime hub and the Osmangazi Bridge shortly after takeoff from SAW.
Keban Dam Reservoir
The enormous turquoise waters of one of Turkey's largest man-made lakes, formed by the Euphrates.
Upper Euphrates
Deeply carved canyons and the historical riverbed winding through the rugged Eastern terrain.
Nemrut Crater (Distant)
On a clear day during the descent, the massive volcanic caldera near Lake Van may be visible on the horizon.
Bitlis Highlands
The southern mountain barrier of the Muş plain, featuring steep slopes and dramatic alpine scenery.
The right side is ideal for capturing the scale of Turkey's water infrastructure, specifically the Keban Dam. Choose this side for morning flights to see the terrain illuminated by the southern sun. Keep an eye out for the distinct transition from the flat Central Anatolian plateau to the craggy mountains of the East.
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Distant views of the northern coastline and the lush Pontic Mountains early in the flight.
Kizilirmak River
The longest river entirely within Turkey, snaking through the central Anatolian landscape.
Munzur Mountains
Jagged, often snow-capped peaks of the Eastern Taurus range visible during the mid-to-late flight phase.
Muş Valley
The expansive, fertile basin surrounded by high peaks as the aircraft begins its final descent.
Sit on the left if you want to see the rugged Munzur range and the high Sivas plateau. This side is better during afternoon flights to avoid direct glare from the sun, making it easier to spot the contrast between the green river valleys and the arid highlands.
Get eSIMs for Turkey
Get eSIMs for TurkeyDistance: 1,081 km (672 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: SAW (40.898601532, 29.3092002869)
Arrival: MSR (38.74779891967773, 41.66120147705078)
Route Type: Domestic
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