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SAW → TXL
Which side of the plane to sit from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (Istanbul) to Berlin-Tegel Airport (Berlin)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a breathtaking departure over the Bosporus and superior views of the jagged Carpathian peaks.
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The Bosporus
Aerial view of the bridges connecting Asia and Europe during departure from SAW.
Făgăraș Mountains
The highest and most dramatic peaks of the Southern Carpathians in Romania.
Transylvanian Alps
Rugged mountain terrain and deep valleys throughout central Romania.
Prague Skyline
Potential distant views of the historic Czech capital depending on the specific airway.
Saxon Switzerland
Unique sandstone rock formations near the border of Czechia and Germany.
Opt for an early morning departure to see the sun illuminate the Istanbul skyline. Ensure your seat is forward of the wing (Rows 5-10) to capture the Carpathians without engine interference.
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Black Sea Coast
Panoramic views of the Turkish and Bulgarian shoreline during the climb.
Bucharest
A view of the sprawling Romanian capital and the Palace of the Parliament.
Danube River
The winding course of the Danube as it cuts through the Balkan plains.
Sudetes Range
Beautiful forested mountain views along the Polish-Czech border.
Brandenburg Lakes
The dense network of lakes surrounding Berlin during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Brandenburg plains. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff for coastal views of the Black Sea.
Book Hotels in BerlinDistance: 1,773 km (1,102 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 22 min
Departure: SAW (40.898601532, 29.3092002869)
Arrival: TXL (52.5597, 13.2877)
Route Type: International
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