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Taking offLEFT

Lake Hazar, surrounding Taurus foothills, Elazığ city outskirts

LandingLEFT

Lake Hazar, Eastern Anatolian foothills south of Elazig, the Elazig plain and agricultural fields

🛫 Taking Off from Elazig (EZS)

Best sideLeft
WhyDeparting on runway 25 heading southwest, the left side of the aircraft faces south-southeast, giving a good view of Lake Hazar (Hazar Gölü), a large natural lake about 20 km from the airport. It's close enough to be clearly visible during initial climb before the terrain falls away into haze.
Look forLake Hazar (Hazar Gölü), surrounding Taurus foothills, Elazığ city outskirts, Euphrates river valley in the distance

🛬 Landing at Elazig (EZS)

Best sideLeft
WhyOn the typical runway 25 approach, the aircraft flies in from the northeast toward the southwest, putting the southern side of the plane on the left. This gives a clear view of Lake Hazar and the arid highlands south of Elazig, plus the Munzur/Eastern Anatolian mountain ridges lining the horizon.
Look forLake Hazar (Hazar Gölü), Eastern Anatolian foothills south of Elazig, the Elazig plain and agricultural fields, distant Munzur Mountains ridge

Elazığ Airport is a small regional airport with a single runway and a modest terminal handling domestic flights, primarily connecting the city to Istanbul and Ankara.

⛰️ Elevation2,930 ft
🛫 Runways1 (07/25)
📍 NearbyMLX 65 miDIY 70 miBGG 73 miADF 75 miERC 78 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Elazig (EZS)?

At Elazig in Elazig: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Lake Hazar (Hazar Gölü), surrounding Taurus foothills, Elazığ city outskirts, Euphrates river valley in the distance.

What can I see during takeoff from Elazig in Elazig?

When taking off from Elazig (EZS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing on runway 25 heading southwest, the left side of the aircraft faces south-southeast, giving a good view of Lake Hazar (Hazar Gölü), a large natural lake about 20 km from the airport. It's close enough to be clearly visible during initial climb before the terrain falls away into haze. Notable sights include: Lake Hazar (Hazar Gölü), surrounding Taurus foothills, Elazığ city outskirts, Euphrates river valley in the distance.

What can I see when landing at Elazig in Elazig?

When landing at Elazig (EZS), sit on the Left side for the best views. On the typical runway 25 approach, the aircraft flies in from the northeast toward the southwest, putting the southern side of the plane on the left. This gives a clear view of Lake Hazar and the arid highlands south of Elazig, plus the Munzur/Eastern Anatolian mountain ridges lining the horizon. Notable sights include: Lake Hazar (Hazar Gölü), Eastern Anatolian foothills south of Elazig, the Elazig plain and agricultural fields, distant Munzur Mountains ridge.

What factors affect the best window seat at Elazig?

The best window seat at Elazig (EZS) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Elazig (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.