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SAW → STR
Which side of the plane to sit from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (Istanbul) to Stuttgart Airport (Stuttgart)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panoramic sequence of the Balkan mountain ranges, the Julian Alps, and a breathtaking approach over Lake Constance just before reaching Stuttgart.
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Princes' Islands
Immediately after take-off from SAW, view the cluster of nine islands in the Sea of Marmara.
Rila Mountains
The highest peaks of the Balkan Peninsula in Bulgaria, often snow-capped until late spring.
Julian Alps
Dramatic limestone peaks of Slovenia, including Mount Triglav, visible as you cross Central Europe.
Austrian Alps
Expansive views of the High Tauern range and jagged glaciated peaks during the mid-flight cruise.
Lake Constance (Bodensee)
A massive lake where Germany, Austria, and Switzerland meet, usually seen during the initial descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun while still capturing the Alpine glow. This side is particularly spectacular during the winter months when the snow coverage on the Alps is at its peak. Keep your camera ready about 25 minutes before landing for the Bodensee coastline.
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Bosphorus Distant View
Depending on the departure path, a glimpse of the strait connecting the Black Sea and Marmara.
Belgrade & Danube
The confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers near the Serbian capital is often visible mid-route.
Munich & Allianz Arena
On clear days, the white 'inflatable' structure of the stadium and the Bavarian capital appear to the north.
Swabian Jura
The rugged limestone plateau of Southwest Germany characterized by cliffs and deep valleys.
Stuttgart TV Tower
The world's first telecommunications tower of its kind, marking your arrival into the Stuttgart basin.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun moves south, providing excellent lighting for the northern landscapes of Serbia and Bavaria without cabin glare. During the final approach into STR, this side often provides a better view of the rolling hills of the Swabian Jura and the city's outskirts.
Book Hotels in StuttgartDistance: 1,799 km (1,118 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 24 min
Departure: SAW (40.898601532, 29.3092002869)
Arrival: STR (48.6898994446, 9.22196006775)
Route Type: International
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