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TZX โ AYT
Which side of the plane to sit from Trabzon International Airport (Trabzon) to Antalya International Airport (Antalya)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the high Taurus mountain ridges and typically provides a better angle for the scenic coastal approach into Antalya.
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Pontic Alps
Lush green mountain ranges immediately visible after departing Trabzon.
Mount Erciyes
The towering peak of this dormant volcano is often visible in the distance over Central Anatolia.
Central Taurus Ridges
Spectacular, jagged limestone peaks as the plane begins its descent toward the coast.
Antalya Bay
The turquoise waters of the Mediterranean and the Lara cliffs during the final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind the aircraft for better photography. The transition from the high-altitude Anatolian plateau to the coastal basin is best observed here, especially during the final 20 minutes of the flight.
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Expansive views of the dark blue coastline during the initial climb from Trabzon.
Anatolian Steppe
The unique geometric patterns of Turkish agricultural heartlands across the central plateau.
Lake Eฤirdir
A stunning turquoise lake located in the 'Lake District' visible shortly before descent.
Antalya Cityscape
A wide view of the urban sprawl nestled between the mountains and the sea.
The right side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. Keep an eye out for the Salt Lake (Tuz Gรถlรผ) reflecting white on the horizon mid-flight if the route is slightly more westerly.
Book Hotels in AntalyaDistance: 900 km (559 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: TZX (40.99509811401367, 39.78969955444336)
Arrival: AYT (36.898701, 30.800501)
Route Type: Domestic
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