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Tip: Sit on the left side for landing.

The left side offers spectacular views of the Princess Islands dotting the Sea of Marmara and the distant silhouette of Istanbul's historic peninsula during the final approach.

HAMSAW
Hamburg to Istanbul
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The right side provides a superior vantage point for the most iconic urban landmarks, including a clear view of Budapest's Danube embankment and the historic peninsula of Istanbul upon descent into Sabiha Gökçen.

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8.8
FCOSAW
Rome to Istanbul
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The right side offers a superior panoramic experience, especially during the descent into Istanbul. Passengers are treated to views of the Italian coastline, the rugged Albanian Riviera, and a breathtaking approach over the Sea of Marmara, featuring the Princes' Islands and the historic silhouette of the Istanbul peninsula.

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8.8
FRUSAW
Bishkek to Istanbul
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While both sides offer stunning mountain views, the right side is preferred for the spectacular crossing of the Caspian Sea, views of the Greater Caucasus range, and the iconic approach into Istanbul which often features the Bosphorus and the Black Sea coastline.

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8.8
BJVSAW
Bodrum to Istanbul
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The left side provides a breathtaking perspective of the Aegean coastline, the historic Lake Bafa, and the iconic approach over the Sea of Marmara toward the Prince's Islands and the Istanbul skyline.

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8.8
STNSAW
London to Istanbul
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The right side of the aircraft offers superior views of the High Alps during the cruise phase and a more dramatic perspective of the Sea of Marmara and the Istanbul skyline during the final approach into Sabiha Gökçen.

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8.8
DLMSAW
Dalaman to Istanbul
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The left side offers spectacular views of the turquoise Aegean coastline, numerous islands dotting the sea, and a potentially breathtaking vista of the Istanbul skyline and Princess Islands during the final descent into Sabiha Gökçen.

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8.8
DIYSAW
Diyabakir to Istanbul
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The left side offers a stunning progression from the historical Tigris River basin to the dramatic volcanic peaks of Central Anatolia, culminating in a beautiful approach over the Sea of Marmara and the Prince Islands.

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8.7
BLQSAW
Bologna to Istanbul
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The Left Side is highly recommended for this route as it provides a front-row seat to the Bosphorus Strait during the descent into Istanbul, along with better views of the Northern Balkan mountain ranges and major river confluences.

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8.7
FRASAW
Frankfurt to Istanbul
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The right side offers superior views of the highest Alpine peaks and a stunning approach over the Sea of Marmara and the Princes' Islands when landing at SAW.

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8.7
ERCSAW
Erzincan to Istanbul
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The left side provides a superior view of the high-altitude Anatolian plateaus, the striking Munzur Mountain range, and a picturesque approach over the Gulf of Izmit and the Osmangazi Bridge.

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8.7
DUSSAW
Duesseldorf to Istanbul
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The left side offers superior views of the Istanbul skyline, the Bosphorus Strait, and the historic Golden Horn during the standard approach into Sabiha Gökçen, alongside great views of the Rhine and European capitals.

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8.7
CDGSAW
Paris to Istanbul
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While both sides offer incredible views of the Alps, the Left Side is prioritized for its spectacular approach into Istanbul. As you descend toward Sabiha Gökçen, this side typically offers a stunning panorama of the Black Sea coastline, the northern Bosphorus, and the massive Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge, providing a clear visual of the divide between Europe and Asia.

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8.7
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