While the right side offers a stronger departure view of the Taurus foothills, the left side wins overall thanks to its consistent scenic value — the Anatolian plateau's occasional volcanic peaks like Erciyes near Kayseri and the rewarding coastal approach into Istanbul over the Sea of Marmara.
Flight Path
Central Anatolian plateau, Tuz Gölü (Salt Lake) region, and the rolling terrain surrounding Ankara
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from DIY
RIGHTDeparting Diyarbakır, the aircraft climbs away from the Tigris valley with the Taurus Mountain foothills rising to the north — visible on the right side as the plane banks toward its northwest routing. The left side shows the flatter Mesopotamian plain fading into haze.
Landing at IST
LEFTOn approach into Istanbul Airport from the east, the descent path often swings south of the city before turning onto final, giving left-side passengers a view over the Sea of Marmara's coastline and the sprawling urban expanse of Istanbul's western districts. The right side mostly faces inland toward flatter Thracian farmland.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Diyarbakir (DIY) to İstanbul Airport (IST)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Diyabakir to Istanbul. While the right side offers a stronger departure view of the Taurus foothills, the left side wins overall thanks to its consistent scenic value — the Anatolian plateau's occasional volcanic peaks like Erciyes near Kayseri and the rewarding coastal approach into Istanbul over the Sea of Marmara.
What can I see during takeoff from Diyarbakir in Diyabakir?
During takeoff from Diyarbakir (DIY), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Diyarbakır, the aircraft climbs away from the Tigris valley with the Taurus Mountain foothills rising to the north — visible on the right side as the plane banks toward its northwest routing. The left side shows the flatter Mesopotamian plain fading into haze. Notable sights include: Tigris River, Diyarbakır's old city walls, Taurus Mountain foothills, Karacadağ volcanic massif.
What can I see when landing at İstanbul Airport in Istanbul?
When landing at İstanbul Airport (IST), sit on the Left side for the best views. On approach into Istanbul Airport from the east, the descent path often swings south of the city before turning onto final, giving left-side passengers a view over the Sea of Marmara's coastline and the sprawling urban expanse of Istanbul's western districts. The right side mostly faces inland toward flatter Thracian farmland. Notable sights include: Sea of Marmara coastline, Istanbul's western suburbs, Büyükçekmece Lake, distant Bosphorus haze.
How long is the flight from Diyabakir to Istanbul?
The flight from Diyarbakir (DIY) to İstanbul Airport (IST) takes 1h 50m.
What does the Diyabakir to Istanbul flight path pass over?
Central Anatolian plateau, Tuz Gölü (Salt Lake) region, and the rolling terrain surrounding Ankara