Although the right side wins the dramatic Bali arrival, the left side dominates the far longer cruise phase, tracing the Zagros and Elburz ranges of Iran, the Hindu Kush foothills, and glimpses of the western Himalayan flank across Pakistan and northern India — far more visually varied than the mostly open water and flat coastal plains seen from the right side over the Persian Gulf, Arabian Sea, and Bay of Bengal.
Flight Path
Around the midpoint the flight path crosses the Iranian plateau near the Zagros Mountains, then continues over the Arabian Sea toward the Indian subcontinent, passing south of the Himalayan foothills before heading out over the Bay of Bengal toward Sumatra.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from IST
LEFTDeparting İstanbul Airport, the initial climb and eastbound turn put the historic Bosphorus corridor, the Sea of Marmara, and the sprawling Istanbul skyline on the north-facing (left) side of the aircraft. This is one of the most recognizable urban departures in the world, giving passengers a brief but striking look at Europe meeting Asia.
Landing at DPS
RIGHTOn final approach into Denpasar, the aircraft typically lines up on runway 27 with the descent path curving in from over the ocean, meaning the north-facing (right) side gets the view toward Bali's interior. Passengers on that side can spot the volcanic silhouettes of Mount Agung and Mount Batur rising beyond the coastal plain as the plane descends toward the narrow airport peninsula.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from İstanbul Airport (IST) to Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Istanbul to Denpasar. Although the right side wins the dramatic Bali arrival, the left side dominates the far longer cruise phase, tracing the Zagros and Elburz ranges of Iran, the Hindu Kush foothills, and glimpses of the western Himalayan flank across Pakistan and northern India — far more visually varied than the mostly open water and flat coastal plains seen from the right side over the Persian Gulf, Arabian Sea, and Bay of Bengal.
What can I see during takeoff from İstanbul Airport in Istanbul?
During takeoff from İstanbul Airport (IST), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing İstanbul Airport, the initial climb and eastbound turn put the historic Bosphorus corridor, the Sea of Marmara, and the sprawling Istanbul skyline on the north-facing (left) side of the aircraft. This is one of the most recognizable urban departures in the world, giving passengers a brief but striking look at Europe meeting Asia. Notable sights include: Bosphorus Strait, Golden Horn, Sea of Marmara, Istanbul historic peninsula skyline.
What can I see when landing at Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar?
When landing at Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), sit on the Right side for the best views. On final approach into Denpasar, the aircraft typically lines up on runway 27 with the descent path curving in from over the ocean, meaning the north-facing (right) side gets the view toward Bali's interior. Passengers on that side can spot the volcanic silhouettes of Mount Agung and Mount Batur rising beyond the coastal plain as the plane descends toward the narrow airport peninsula. Notable sights include: Mount Agung, Mount Batur, Bali coastal plain, Badung Strait.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Denpasar?
The flight from İstanbul Airport (IST) to Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) takes 10h 45m.
What does the Istanbul to Denpasar flight path pass over?
Around the midpoint the flight path crosses the Iranian plateau near the Zagros Mountains, then continues over the Arabian Sea toward the Indian subcontinent, passing south of the Himalayan foothills before heading out over the Bay of Bengal toward Sumatra.