About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Beirut International (BEY) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Beirut to Pendik, Istanbul. Right-side seats provide superior scenery for the majority of the flight. The takeoff offers dramatic mountain views, and throughout the flight northward you'll see the Anatolian plateau, the Taurus Mountains in the distance, and eventually the approach to Istanbul from the south over the Sea of Marmara.
What can I see during takeoff from Beirut International in Beirut?
During takeoff from Beirut International (BEY), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the northbound climb-out over the Mediterranean coast and the Lebanon Mountains. You'll see the coastal strip of Beirut receding below, then the dramatic ridge of Mount Lebanon rising inland to the east. Notable sights include: Mediterranean Sea (west), Mount Lebanon range (east), Beirut urban sprawl (directly below during initial climb), Anti-Lebanon Mountains (distant northeast).
What can I see when landing at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport in Pendik, Istanbul?
When landing at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer the best views during descent into Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen. You'll see the Sea of Marmara, the Bosphorus strait, and the Asian side of Istanbul with its urban sprawl and water features as you approach from the south. Notable sights include: Sea of Marmara (west and south), Bosphorus strait (north), Istanbul urban districts on Asian side (east), Prince's Islands archipelago (visible in Marmara).
How long is the flight from Beirut to Pendik, Istanbul?
The flight from Beirut International (BEY) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
What does the Beirut to Pendik, Istanbul flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the eastern Mediterranean, then moves over southern Anatolia. Notable features include the Taurus Mountains (visible to the east/right during cruise), the Anatolian plateau's brown and tan terrain, occasional lakes in central Anatolia, and the gradual transition to more populated areas as you approach the Marmara region. The Cilician coast may be visible briefly if the flight path takes a more westerly route over the Mediterranean before turning northeast toward Istanbul.