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SIN → IST
Which side of the plane to sit from Singapore Changi Airport (Singapore) to Istanbul Airport (Istanbul)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is superior for this route as it offers the most iconic views of the Andaman Islands, the rugged Omani coastline, and a spectacular entry into Europe over the Aegean Sea and the Greek islands.
Andaman Archipelago
Aerial views of remote, turquoise-fringed islands as you cross from the Andaman Sea into the Bay of Bengal.
Western Ghats
The lush, mist-covered mountain ranges of South India appearing as the plane crosses the subcontinent's coast.
Omani Coastline
Dramatic views of the Al Hajar Mountains meeting the sea with sharp, jagged cliffs near Muscat.
Aegean Archipelago
A stunning mosaic of Greek and Turkish islands scattered across the deep blue Mediterranean Sea.
Sea of Marmara
Views of the Princes' Islands and the southern coastline of Istanbul during the final approach phase.
Choose the left side on daytime flights to avoid the harshest direct sunlight while traveling west. This side offers the best views of the coastal transition from Asia to Europe. If your flight is an overnight service, the sunrise over the Mediterranean is a highlight worth waking up for.
Mumbai Metropolis
A sprawling view of India's commercial capital and its dense urban coastline along the Arabian Sea.
Persian Gulf
Distant views of the UAE and Qatari shorelines, often including the shimmering lights of Dubai at night.
Anatolian Plateau
The vast, high-altitude interior of Turkey featuring unique steppe landscapes and salt lakes.
Taurus Mountains
The majestic, snow-capped peaks of southern Turkey that provide a rugged backdrop during the flight's final hour.
Bosphorus Strait
If the flight approaches IST from the north, the right side offers the iconic view of the bridge connecting Europe and Asia.
The right side is ideal for night flights as it typically faces the major urban centers of the Middle East, offering views of the city lights of the UAE and Kuwait. In the final approach to Istanbul, the right side can offer a clear view of the Bosphorus Bridge and the Golden Horn if the wind requires a northern landing pattern.
Distance: 8,680 km (5,394 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 13 min
Departure: SIN (1.35019, 103.994003)
Arrival: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Route Type: International
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