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SAW → MUC
Which side of the plane to sit from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (Istanbul) to Munich Airport (Munich)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it offers sweeping views of the Sea of Marmara, the high peaks of the Bulgarian mountains, and a majestic panorama of the Alps during the descent into Munich.
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Princes' Islands
Shortly after takeoff, enjoy a bird's-eye view of the island cluster in the Sea of Marmara.
Rila Mountains
The highest range in the Balkans, featuring dramatic snow-capped peaks and glacial lakes.
Belgrade Confluence
Look for the historic Kalemegdan Fortress where the Sava River meets the massive Danube.
Lake Balaton
Central Europe's largest lake, stretching across the Hungarian landscape with a unique turquoise hue.
Alpine Panorama
A spectacular view of the Austrian and Bavarian Alpine chain as the plane descends into Germany.
Choose an afternoon flight for perfect lighting over the Alps without the sun in your eyes. During winter months, the contrast between the dark Balkan forests and white peaks is stunning. Seats behind the wing are recommended for unobstructed views of the terrain.
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Bosphorus Strait
A glimpse of the waterway separating Europe and Asia and the entrance to the Black Sea.
Danube River Path
Frequent views of the winding Danube as it snakes through Romania and Serbia.
Budapest Skyline
A high-altitude view of the Hungarian capital's grand architecture and famous bridges.
Bavarian Forest
The lush green landscape of the German border region as you cross into Bavaria.
Munich Airport Layout
A great view of the airport's distinctive architecture and parallel runways upon landing.
Sit on the right side for morning departures to avoid glare and get better views of the Black Sea coast. This side offers better views of the urban layouts of major Eastern European cities. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff for the Bosphorus views.
Book Hotels in MunichDistance: 1,610 km (1,000 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 9 min
Departure: SAW (40.898601532, 29.3092002869)
Arrival: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Route Type: International
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