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TUN → IST
Which side of the plane to sit from Tunis Carthage International Airport (Tunis) to Istanbul Airport (Istanbul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the iconic blue-and-white Tunisian coastline at takeoff, a dense mosaic of Aegean islands mid-flight, and a spectacular view of the Bosphorus and Istanbul's Asian skyline during the final approach.
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Sidi Bou Said
The famous cliffside village known for its blue-and-white architecture, visible shortly after departing Tunis.
Mount Etna
On very clear days, the distant peak of Sicily's active volcano can be spotted to the north across the Ionian Sea.
Cyclades Archipelago
A stunning bird's-eye view of various Greek islands like Mykonos and Santorini scattered throughout the deep blue Aegean.
Sea of Marmara Islands
The Prince's Islands and the busy shipping lanes of the Marmara Sea as the plane aligns for its final path.
Bosphorus & Asian Side
The winding Bosphorus Strait and the modern skyscrapers of the Asian side, often illuminated beautifully during sunset flights.
The right side is ideal for capturing the Aegean islands. For the best views of the Bosphorus during landing, choose a window seat behind the wing to ensure your view of the bridges and the continental divide is unobstructed. Evening flights are particularly scenic as the sun sets to the west, casting a golden glow over the Turkish coast.
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Carthage & Gulf of Tunis
Aerial view of the ancient Punic ruins and the turquoise waters of the Gulf immediately after takeoff.
Athens & Attica
The sprawling urban landscape of the Greek capital and the Saronic Gulf visible as the flight traverses the Mediterranean.
Dardanelles Strait
The strategic waterway separating Europe from Asia, including views of the Gallipoli Peninsula's rugged coastline.
European Istanbul
A view of the historic peninsula, including the Golden Horn and the dense urban texture of the European side upon descent.
Sit on the left for the best perspective of the Tunisian coastline during departure. During the final approach to Istanbul, if the plane enters from the north, you will get a clear look at the Black Sea entrance and the northern forests of the Thrace region.
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Get eSIMs for TurkeyDistance: 1,670 km (1,038 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Departure: TUN (36.85100173950195, 10.22719955444336)
Arrival: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Route Type: International
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