The right side captures Istanbul's urban and maritime scenery at departure, then tracks Cappadocia's volcanic terrain and the Taurus foothills during cruise and arrival, giving a consistently richer visual experience than the flatter, water-dominated left side.
Flight Path
Central Anatolian plateau, Tuz Gölü (Salt Lake), Cappadocia's volcanic landscape near Mount Erciyes, and the western edge of the Southeastern Taurus range
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from IST
RIGHTDeparting IST to the southeast, right-side passengers get a good look back at the Bosphorus, the Sea of Marmara, and Istanbul's dense urban sprawl as the aircraft climbs and turns. The left side mostly shows the flatter Black Sea coastline and open water, which is less visually interesting.
Landing at DIY
RIGHTOn approach into Diyarbakır from the northwest, the right side offers views of the Southeastern Taurus foothills and the dark basalt plateau surrounding the city, with the Tigris River curving past the old city walls. The left side mainly faces flatter agricultural plains with less relief.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from İstanbul Airport (IST) to Diyarbakir (DIY)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Istanbul to Diyabakir. The right side captures Istanbul's urban and maritime scenery at departure, then tracks Cappadocia's volcanic terrain and the Taurus foothills during cruise and arrival, giving a consistently richer visual experience than the flatter, water-dominated left side.
What can I see during takeoff from İstanbul Airport in Istanbul?
During takeoff from İstanbul Airport (IST), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing IST to the southeast, right-side passengers get a good look back at the Bosphorus, the Sea of Marmara, and Istanbul's dense urban sprawl as the aircraft climbs and turns. The left side mostly shows the flatter Black Sea coastline and open water, which is less visually interesting. Notable sights include: Bosphorus Strait, Sea of Marmara, Istanbul old city peninsula, Prince Islands.
What can I see when landing at Diyarbakir in Diyabakir?
When landing at Diyarbakir (DIY), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Diyarbakır from the northwest, the right side offers views of the Southeastern Taurus foothills and the dark basalt plateau surrounding the city, with the Tigris River curving past the old city walls. The left side mainly faces flatter agricultural plains with less relief. Notable sights include: Tigris River, Diyarbakır city walls, Southeastern Taurus foothills, Karacadağ volcanic massif.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Diyabakir?
The flight from İstanbul Airport (IST) to Diyarbakir (DIY) takes 1h 40m.
What does the Istanbul to Diyabakir flight path pass over?
Central Anatolian plateau, Tuz Gölü (Salt Lake), Cappadocia's volcanic landscape near Mount Erciyes, and the western edge of the Southeastern Taurus range