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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the majestic Caucasus Mountains, including the possibility of seeing Mount Elbrus, and provides a scenic entry into the Levant over the Sea of Galilee.

Left Side Highlights
8.7
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Southern Ural Foothills

Watch the rolling landscapes transition from the Ural mountains to the vast Eurasian steppes shortly after departure.

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Volga-Don Canal

Aerial view of the massive industrial waterways near Volgograd as the flight heads southwest.

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Greater Caucasus Range

The peak highlight of the trip, featuring snow-capped summits and the towering Mount Elbrus if the path stays inland.

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Mount Ararat

Depending on the specific airway through Turkey, the legendary dormant volcano may be visible on the southern horizon.

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Sea of Galilee

As the plane enters Israeli airspace from the north, look down for the distinct harp-shaped freshwater lake.

For day flights, the sun will be on the left side during the first half of the journey; use a window shade to reduce glare when photographing the Caucasus. This side is also best for seeing the lights of the Galilee region during night arrivals.

Right Side Highlights
7.4
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Russian Steppes

Endless agricultural patterns and rural landscapes of Southern Russia's fertile breadbasket.

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Black Sea Coast

Distant views of the deep blue Black Sea coastline near Sochi or the Crimean Peninsula depending on the corridor.

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Taurus Mountains

Rugged limestone peaks and deep valleys as the flight traverses southern Turkey toward the Mediterranean.

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Island of Cyprus

Clear views of the island's southern coast and the Troodos Mountains during the trans-Mediterranean leg.

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Tel Aviv Skyline

On the standard approach to Ben Gurion (Runway 12), this side provides a stunning panorama of the Mediterranean coast and skyscrapers.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight. It provides the best perspective of the Mediterranean coastline and the urban sprawl of Gush Dan during the final descent and banking turns into TLV.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,393 km (2,108 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs

Departure: SVX (56.743099212646, 60.802700042725)

Arrival: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)

Route Type: International

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