The left side wins thanks to the dramatic Istanbul departure over the Bosphorus and a cruise track that skirts the Zagros and Hindu Kush ranges across Iran and Pakistan, offering far more terrain variety than the right side's long stretches over the Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean.
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Flight Path
Istanbul to Singapore is 5,385 miles (8,666 km), a flight of about 10 hours 45 minutes.
Zagros Mountains of Iran, the Persian Gulf coastline, the arid Baluchistan plateau of Pakistan, and the northern Arabian Sea coast
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from IST
LEFTDeparting IST on the northbound runways, the aircraft typically banks right onto its southeast routing, putting the Bosphorus, Golden Horn, and Istanbul's historic skyline squarely on the left side during the climb-out over the Sea of Marmara.
Landing at XSP
RIGHTArrivals into Seletar commonly approach from the north over the Straits of Johor, giving right-side passengers a sweeping view of Singapore's skyline, the port, and the Malacca Strait shipping lanes as the aircraft descends.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from İstanbul Airport (IST) to Seletar (XSP)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Istanbul to Singapore. The left side wins thanks to the dramatic Istanbul departure over the Bosphorus and a cruise track that skirts the Zagros and Hindu Kush ranges across Iran and Pakistan, offering far more terrain variety than the right side's long stretches over the Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean.
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 IST on the northbound runways, the aircraft typically banks right onto its southeast routing, putting the Bosphorus, Golden Horn, and Istanbul's historic skyline squarely on the left side during the climb-out over the Sea of Marmara. Notable sights include: Bosphorus Strait, Golden Horn, Istanbul historic peninsula, Sea of Marmara.
What can I see when landing at Seletar in Singapore?
When landing at Seletar (XSP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Arrivals into Seletar commonly approach from the north over the Straits of Johor, giving right-side passengers a sweeping view of Singapore's skyline, the port, and the Malacca Strait shipping lanes as the aircraft descends. Notable sights include: Straits of Johor, Singapore skyline (Marina Bay), Singapore Strait shipping lanes, Johor Bahru coastline.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Singapore?
The flight from İstanbul Airport (IST) to Seletar (XSP) takes about 10 hours 45 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 5,385 miles (8,666 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Istanbul to Singapore flight path pass over?
Zagros Mountains of Iran, the Persian Gulf coastline, the arid Baluchistan plateau of Pakistan, and the northern Arabian Sea coast