The right side benefits from Bali's volcanic scenery at departure and, during the long overland cruise across South and Central Asia, generally faces the mountainous highlands of Iran and eastern Turkey that lie north of the great-circle track, giving it slightly more consistent terrain interest than the ocean-heavy left side during the early hours.
Flight Path
The route crosses Java and the Java Sea, then the Indian Ocean and southern India near the Deccan Plateau, followed by the Arabian Sea, the Persian Gulf coastline, and the Zagros Mountains of Iran before descending toward the Anatolian plateau and the Sea of Marmara.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DPS
RIGHTDeparting Denpasar, the aircraft typically climbs out over the Bali Strait before turning northwest toward Java, putting Bali's volcanic peaks and the island's terraced coastline on the right side of the cabin. The left side mostly shows open ocean toward Lombok Strait.
Landing at IST
LEFTArrivals into Istanbul Airport commonly approach from the south over the Sea of Marmara before turning onto one of the north-south runways, giving left-side passengers a sweeping view of the Bosphorus, the historic peninsula, and the Marmara coastline. The right side mostly faces the flatter Thracian countryside.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to İstanbul Airport (IST)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Denpasar to Istanbul. The right side benefits from Bali's volcanic scenery at departure and, during the long overland cruise across South and Central Asia, generally faces the mountainous highlands of Iran and eastern Turkey that lie north of the great-circle track, giving it slightly more consistent terrain interest than the ocean-heavy left side during the early hours.
What can I see during takeoff from Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar?
During takeoff from Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Denpasar, the aircraft typically climbs out over the Bali Strait before turning northwest toward Java, putting Bali's volcanic peaks and the island's terraced coastline on the right side of the cabin. The left side mostly shows open ocean toward Lombok Strait. Notable sights include: Mount Agung, Mount Batur, Bali's southern coastline, Nusa Penida island.
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. Arrivals into Istanbul Airport commonly approach from the south over the Sea of Marmara before turning onto one of the north-south runways, giving left-side passengers a sweeping view of the Bosphorus, the historic peninsula, and the Marmara coastline. The right side mostly faces the flatter Thracian countryside. Notable sights include: Sea of Marmara, Bosphorus strait, Istanbul's historic peninsula, Princes' Islands.
How long is the flight from Denpasar to Istanbul?
The flight from Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to İstanbul Airport (IST) takes 11h 35m.
What does the Denpasar to Istanbul flight path pass over?
The route crosses Java and the Java Sea, then the Indian Ocean and southern India near the Deccan Plateau, followed by the Arabian Sea, the Persian Gulf coastline, and the Zagros Mountains of Iran before descending toward the Anatolian plateau and the Sea of Marmara.