To IST?

The right side offers the most iconic landmarks, including the Ethiopian Highlands, the fertile Nile Delta, and the spectacular approach into Istanbul over the Bosphorus and the Sea of Marmara.

The right side offers a front-row seat to the highest peaks of the Austrian Alps and a spectacular approach into Istanbul over the Sea of Marmara.

The left side is superior primarily for the approach into Istanbul Airport (IST). Most arrival patterns offer a breathtaking panoramic view of the Marmara Sea, the Princes' Islands, and the historical peninsula including the Hagia Sophia and the Bosphorus bridges.

The left side offers the most iconic views of Istanbul's historic peninsula, the Bosphorus Strait, and the Anatolian mountain ranges during the descent.

The left side provides a dramatic view of the Tian Shan range during takeoff and consistent views of the southern Caucasus and Turkey's lush northern coastline.

The right side offers a superior view of the Istanbul Bosphorus and the Black Sea coastline during the final approach, which is often the highlight of this route.

The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Caucasus mountain peaks and the most iconic views of the Bosphorus and Istanbul's skyline during the descent.

The right side offers a superior vantage point for the towering Hindu Kush mountains shortly after takeoff and the spectacular approach into Istanbul, which often follows the Black Sea coastline and the Bosphorus.

While both sides offer stunning views, the right side provides a more diverse panorama including the Po Valley, a high probability of seeing Venice, and the spectacular coastal approach into Istanbul over the Sea of Marmara.

While both sides offer stunning views of Anatolia, the Right Side is generally superior for the approach into Istanbul, often providing a panoramic view of the Black Sea coastline, the northern forests, and the Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge before landing.

The right side offers a front-row seat to the majestic Greater Caucasus mountains and the picturesque Black Sea coastline during the descent into Istanbul.

The right side offers a front-row seat to the Nile River's entire journey, from its source regions through the lush Sudd wetlands to the dramatic contrast of the Egyptian desert and the urban sprawl of Cairo.