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TZX → ESB
Which side of the plane to sit from Trabzon International Airport (Trabzon) to Esenboğa International Airport (Ankara)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of coastal geography and the dramatic transition from the Black Sea into the rugged Anatolian interior.
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Black Sea Coastline
Continuous views of the northern coastline and the deep blue water during the initial climb.
Samsun Skyline
The sprawling port city of Samsun is often visible along the coast about halfway through the flight.
Kızılırmak Delta
The fertile wetlands where Turkey's longest river meets the Black Sea in a vast green fan.
Altınkaya Reservoir
The massive, turquoise-colored reservoir of the Altınkaya Dam tucked within the mountain folds.
Ankara Northern Suburbs
Detailed views of the expanding urban landscape of the capital city during descent.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or sunset flights as the sun sets over the sea. Keep your eyes peeled for Giresun Island shortly after takeoff and the impressive engineering of the dams as the plane turns inland toward Esenboğa.
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Pontic Mountains
Aerial views of the North Anatolian mountain ridges that run parallel to the coast.
Zigana Pass Region
A glimpse of the historic mountain passage characterized by dense forests and steep valleys.
Central Anatolian Plateau
Watch the landscape shift from lush green coastal mountains to the golden-brown steppe of the interior.
Elmadağ Ridge
The prominent mountain peak that signals the final approach into the Ankara basin.
Sit on the left during morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and enjoy softer shadows over the mountain valleys. This side is better for observing the sharp climatic divide between the humid coastline and the dry central plateau.
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Get eSIMs for TurkeyDistance: 582 km (362 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 58 min
Departure: TZX (40.99509811401367, 39.78969955444336)
Arrival: ESB (40.1281013489, 32.995098114)
Route Type: Domestic
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