The right side wins on both ends of the flight: Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples dominate the departure, and the Sea of Marmara with Istanbul's skyline dominate the arrival, while the left side offers mostly featureless Balkan interior and open sea during cruise.
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Flight Path
Naples to Istanbul is 752 miles (1,210 km), a flight of about 2 hours 30 minutes.
Adriatic Sea crossing, Albanian and Greek coastline, northern Aegean Sea with scattered Greek islands, approach toward the Dardanelles region before entering Turkish airspace
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from NAP
RIGHTDeparting NAP on runway 06 (or via the Vesuvius-side turn on runway 24), the climb-out puts Mount Vesuvius, the Sorrentine Peninsula and the Bay of Naples squarely on the right side of the aircraft. This is one of the most recognizable volcanic-coastal panoramas in European aviation.
Landing at IST
RIGHTOn approach into Istanbul from the west, aircraft aligning with the north-south runways typically bank over the Sea of Marmara before final approach, giving right-side passengers a sweeping view of the Bosphorus mouth and the historic peninsula of Istanbul with its minarets and skyline.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Capodichino (NAP) to İstanbul Airport (IST)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Naples to Istanbul. The right side wins on both ends of the flight: Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples dominate the departure, and the Sea of Marmara with Istanbul's skyline dominate the arrival, while the left side offers mostly featureless Balkan interior and open sea during cruise.
What can I see during takeoff from Capodichino in Naples?
During takeoff from Capodichino (NAP), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing NAP on runway 06 (or via the Vesuvius-side turn on runway 24), the climb-out puts Mount Vesuvius, the Sorrentine Peninsula and the Bay of Naples squarely on the right side of the aircraft. This is one of the most recognizable volcanic-coastal panoramas in European aviation. Notable sights include: Mount Vesuvius, Bay of Naples, Sorrentine Peninsula, Capri (distant haze permitting).
What can I see when landing at İstanbul Airport in Istanbul?
When landing at İstanbul Airport (IST), sit on the Right side for the best views. On approach into Istanbul from the west, aircraft aligning with the north-south runways typically bank over the Sea of Marmara before final approach, giving right-side passengers a sweeping view of the Bosphorus mouth and the historic peninsula of Istanbul with its minarets and skyline. Notable sights include: Sea of Marmara, Bosphorus Strait entrance, Istanbul historic peninsula skyline, Prince Islands.
How long is the flight from Naples to Istanbul?
The flight from Capodichino (NAP) to İstanbul Airport (IST) takes about 2 hours 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 752 miles (1,210 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Naples to Istanbul flight path pass over?
Adriatic Sea crossing, Albanian and Greek coastline, northern Aegean Sea with scattered Greek islands, approach toward the Dardanelles region before entering Turkish airspace