Dublin to Izmir is 1,875 miles (3,018 km), a flight of about 4 hours 45 minutes.
Right-side seats capture the dramatic Irish departure over mountains and coastline, then offer consistent views across the Mediterranean route. While left wins on landing, the takeoff scenery is more visually distinctive and the right side provides better views during the long cruise phase over southern Europe.
Flight Path
The flight path crosses the English Channel, then proceeds southeast over France (Pyrenees visible to the south if clear), continues over the Mediterranean with views of southern France/northern Spain coast, then crosses toward Italy and Greece. The Alps are visible to the left (north) during the central portion if weather permits. The Mediterranean itself dominates the cruise phase with occasional island groups visible, particularly Corsica and Sardinia on the left side during the western Mediterranean crossing. As you approach Turkey, the Greek islands of the Dodecanese appear on the left, followed by the Turkish mainland coast becoming increasingly prominent.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DUB
RIGHTDublin typically departs runway 10/28 depending on wind. Right-side seats offer views of Dublin Bay, the Wicklow Mountains to the south, and the Irish coastline as you climb southeastward over the Irish Sea.
Landing at IGL
LEFTApproaching Izmir from the west, aircraft typically descend over the Aegean Sea and enter from the northwest. Left-side seats provide views of the Aegean coastline, the Gulf of Izmir, and the city's waterfront as you descend toward Cigli runway 09/27.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dublin (DUB) to Cigli (IGL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dublin to Izmir. Right-side seats capture the dramatic Irish departure over mountains and coastline, then offer consistent views across the Mediterranean route. While left wins on landing, the takeoff scenery is more visually distinctive and the right side provides better views during the long cruise phase over southern Europe.
What can I see during takeoff from Dublin in Dublin?
During takeoff from Dublin (DUB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Dublin typically departs runway 10/28 depending on wind. Right-side seats offer views of Dublin Bay, the Wicklow Mountains to the south, and the Irish coastline as you climb southeastward over the Irish Sea. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay, Wicklow Mountains (south), Irish coastline, Howth Peninsula.
What can I see when landing at Cigli in Izmir?
When landing at Cigli (IGL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching Izmir from the west, aircraft typically descend over the Aegean Sea and enter from the northwest. Left-side seats provide views of the Aegean coastline, the Gulf of Izmir, and the city's waterfront as you descend toward Cigli runway 09/27. Notable sights include: Gulf of Izmir, Aegean Sea, Izmir city waterfront, Bornova district inland.
How long is the flight from Dublin to Izmir?
The flight from Dublin (DUB) to Cigli (IGL) takes about 4 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,875 miles (3,018 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Dublin to Izmir flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the English Channel, then proceeds southeast over France (Pyrenees visible to the south if clear), continues over the Mediterranean with views of southern France/northern Spain coast, then crosses toward Italy and Greece. The Alps are visible to the left (north) during the central portion if weather permits. The Mediterranean itself dominates the cruise phase with occasional island groups visible, particularly Corsica and Sardinia on the left side during the western Mediterranean crossing. As you approach Turkey, the Greek islands of the Dodecanese appear on the left, followed by the Turkish mainland coast becoming increasingly prominent.