At Cigli in Izmir: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Izmir Bay (Alsancak waterfront), Aegean Sea coastline, Mount Pagos (Kadifekale hill), Konak district waterfront.

When taking off from Cigli (IGL), sit on the Left side for the best views. During departure from Izmir's Runway 09, aircraft climb northwestward over the Aegean Sea and the Izmir Bay coastline. The left side offers immediate views of the bay's dramatic shoreline, the Alsancak waterfront, and the city sprawl. The right side faces inland toward less visually interesting terrain. Notable sights include: Izmir Bay (Alsancak waterfront), Aegean Sea coastline, Mount Pagos (Kadifekale hill), Konak district waterfront.

When landing at Cigli (IGL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Izmir's approach typically comes from the northwest over the Aegean Sea, giving left-side passengers direct views of the coastline, Izmir Bay, and the city sprawl. You'll see the water transition to urban development as you descend toward the runway. Notable sights include: Izmir Bay (Alsancak waterfront), Aegean Sea coastline, Mount Pagus (Kadifekale), urban sprawl of central Izmir.

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