While both sides score equally at 2.5, the right side edges ahead for the complete flight experience. The takeoff from Antalya offers significantly superior scenery—the Mediterranean coastline, Antalya Bay, and the dramatic Taurus Mountains provide immediate visual drama that the left side cannot match. Although the landing favors the left side with Ankara's urban features, the takeoff advantage is more pronounced and memorable. For a short 1-hour flight, the departure experience carries greater weight in overall satisfaction.
Flight Path
Central Anatolian plateau with sparse settlements, transition from Mediterranean climate to continental steppe, Taurus Mountains receding to the south, open grassland and agricultural areas between the two cities
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from AYT
RIGHTRight side captures the Mediterranean coastline and Antalya harbor during initial climb. The turquoise Antalya Bay, the city waterfront, and the Taurus Mountains rising inland provide immediate visual interest. Left side faces inland toward flat agricultural plains with minimal landmarks during the critical takeoff phase.
Landing at ESB
LEFTLeft side offers superior approach scenery into Ankara. The descent path reveals the Ankara plateau's urban sprawl, the Ankara River valley, and the transition from central Anatolian steppe to the city's districts. Right side faces open steppe with fewer distinctive landmarks during the final approach and landing sequence.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Antalya (AYT) to Esenboga (ESB)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Antalya to Ankara. While both sides score equally at 2.5, the right side edges ahead for the complete flight experience. The takeoff from Antalya offers significantly superior scenery—the Mediterranean coastline, Antalya Bay, and the dramatic Taurus Mountains provide immediate visual drama that the left side cannot match. Although the landing favors the left side with Ankara's urban features, the takeoff advantage is more pronounced and memorable. For a short 1-hour flight, the departure experience carries greater weight in overall satisfaction.
What can I see during takeoff from Antalya in Antalya?
During takeoff from Antalya (AYT), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side captures the Mediterranean coastline and Antalya harbor during initial climb. The turquoise Antalya Bay, the city waterfront, and the Taurus Mountains rising inland provide immediate visual interest. Left side faces inland toward flat agricultural plains with minimal landmarks during the critical takeoff phase. Notable sights include: Antalya Bay and harbor, Taurus Mountains (southern face), Mediterranean coastline, Antalya city waterfront.
What can I see when landing at Esenboga in Ankara?
When landing at Esenboga (ESB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers superior approach scenery into Ankara. The descent path reveals the Ankara plateau's urban sprawl, the Ankara River valley, and the transition from central Anatolian steppe to the city's districts. Right side faces open steppe with fewer distinctive landmarks during the final approach and landing sequence. Notable sights include: Ankara city sprawl and districts, Ankara River valley, central Anatolian plateau, Ankara Esenboga Airport runways.
How long is the flight from Antalya to Ankara?
The flight from Antalya (AYT) to Esenboga (ESB) takes 1h 05m.
What does the Antalya to Ankara flight path pass over?
Central Anatolian plateau with sparse settlements, transition from Mediterranean climate to continental steppe, Taurus Mountains receding to the south, open grassland and agricultural areas between the two cities