The right side captures the Wicklow Mountains on departure, likely stretches of the Alps or Balkan ranges during cruise, and the dramatic Bosphorus and Istanbul skyline on arrival, giving it far more topographic and urban variety than the left side's mostly flat European plains.
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Flight Path
Dublin to Istanbul is 1,816 miles (2,922 km), a flight of about 4 hours 5 minutes.
Route crosses southern England, the English Channel, France, and the Alps region before continuing over the Balkans toward the Bulgarian-Turkish border and the Black Sea approach to Istanbul.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from DUB
RIGHTDeparting Dublin, aircraft typically climb out over the city and then bank south, giving right-side passengers a good look at the Wicklow Mountains and Dublin Bay's coastline before leveling onto the eastbound track over the Irish Sea.
Landing at IST
RIGHTOn approach into Istanbul Airport from the northwest, the aircraft typically aligns with the north-south runways, putting the Bosphorus strait, the Sea of Marmara, and Istanbul's dense skyline on the right side of the cabin during the final descent.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Dublin (DUB) to İstanbul Airport (IST)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Dublin to Istanbul. The right side captures the Wicklow Mountains on departure, likely stretches of the Alps or Balkan ranges during cruise, and the dramatic Bosphorus and Istanbul skyline on arrival, giving it far more topographic and urban variety than the left side's mostly flat European plains.
What can I see during takeoff from Dublin in Dublin?
During takeoff from Dublin (DUB), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Dublin, aircraft typically climb out over the city and then bank south, giving right-side passengers a good look at the Wicklow Mountains and Dublin Bay's coastline before leveling onto the eastbound track over the Irish Sea. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay, Wicklow Mountains, Irish Sea coastline.
What can I see when landing at İstanbul Airport in Istanbul?
When landing at İstanbul Airport (IST), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Istanbul Airport from the northwest, the aircraft typically aligns with the north-south runways, putting the Bosphorus strait, the Sea of Marmara, and Istanbul's dense skyline on the right side of the cabin during the final descent. Notable sights include: Bosphorus Strait, Sea of Marmara, Istanbul city skyline, Black Sea coastline.
How long is the flight from Dublin to Istanbul?
The flight from Dublin (DUB) to İstanbul Airport (IST) takes about 4 hours 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,816 miles (2,922 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Dublin to Istanbul flight path pass over?
Route crosses southern England, the English Channel, France, and the Alps region before continuing over the Balkans toward the Bulgarian-Turkish border and the Black Sea approach to Istanbul.