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SAW → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (Istanbul) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the meandering Danube River, the dramatic peaks of the Carpathian Mountains, and the diverse coastal landscapes of the Black Sea and North Sea.
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Black Sea Coast
Panoramic views of the northern Turkish coastline and the vast blue expanse of the Black Sea.
Danube River
Follow the winding blue ribbon of the Danube as it snakes through the Balkans and Central Europe.
Carpathian Mountains
Fly directly over the rugged, forested peaks of the Transylvanian Alps in Romania.
Budapest
On a clear day, the Hungarian capital is often visible to the north as the plane crosses the border.
Frankfurt Skyline
Spot the 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers as the flight path passes over the German financial hub.
The right side is best for geographical landmarks like the Carpathians. During sunset flights, this side will experience a beautiful 'golden hour' glow. Keep an eye out for the vast industrial ports of Antwerp or Rotterdam as you approach the North Sea.
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Istanbul Peninsula
Visible shortly after takeoff, catch glimpses of the Golden Horn and the historic Sultanahmet district.
Southern Alps
Distant views of the snow-capped Austrian and Swiss Alps on the southern horizon mid-flight.
Brussels Cityscape
Clear views of the Belgian capital and its surrounding urban sprawl during the descent phase.
English Channel
Cross the narrowest part of the channel with views of the White Cliffs of Dover to the west.
Central London
On final approach into Stansted, if the wind is from the west, the left side provides views of the Thames and the City.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is also prime for catching the London skyline if the flight path circles south before landing. In winter, look for the illuminated European cities like Sofia and Munich during evening routes.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 2,518 km (1,565 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 21 min
Departure: SAW (40.898601532, 29.3092002869)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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