Loading map...
SXF → TLV
Which side of the plane to sit from Berlin-Schönefeld Airport (Berlin) to Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Mediterranean coastline and the iconic Tel Aviv skyline during the final descent and approach into Ben Gurion Airport.
Danube River
The winding 'Blue Danube' as it cuts through the plains of Hungary and Serbia.
Balkan Peaks
Rugged and remote mountain ranges across Bulgaria and the Southern Balkans.
Rhodes and the Dodecanese
Greek islands dotting the deep blue Aegean and Mediterranean waters as you head southeast.
Tel Aviv Shoreline
The spectacular white-sand beaches and modern skyscrapers of the Tel Aviv-Yafo waterfront.
Old Jaffa
One of the world's oldest ports visible as a distinct stone outcrop just before the wheels touch down.
Sit on the right for the most iconic arrival experience. If landing from the west (the most common path), you will track parallel to the Israeli coast, providing a front-row seat to the Mediterranean beaches. Afternoon flights on this side offer a stunning sunset over the water as you approach the Levant.
High Tatras
Dramatic jagged peaks and glacial lakes along the border of Poland and Slovakia shortly after departure.
Carpathian Mountains
Dense forests and winding valleys as the flight path traverses central Romania.
Turkish Coastline
Beautiful views of the Turquoise Coast near Antalya before heading out over the Mediterranean Sea.
Sharon Plain
The lush agricultural heartland and urban sprawl of central Israel during the final landing phase.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is particularly rewarding for spotting the snow-capped Taurus Mountains in Turkey during the winter months. Watch for the distinct change from the green landscapes of Europe to the more arid tones of the Middle East.
Distance: 2,846 km (1,768 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 48 min
Departure: SXF (52.380001, 13.5225)
Arrival: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Route Type: International
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.