Left side wins both ends of the flight. During the cruise over the Balkans and western Turkey, the left side also tends to face south toward the Aegean coast and Greek islands as the route curves southeast, adding mid-flight interest over the Aegean Sea.
Flight Path
The route passes over the Austrian Alps near Innsbruck, then crosses Slovenia and Croatia with views of the Adriatic coast, continues over the Balkans including Bosnia and Serbia, crosses northern Greece near Thessaloniki, then transits western Turkey over the Aegean hinterland before descending toward the Taurus Mountains and the Mediterranean coast at Antalya.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from ZRH
LEFTZurich typically departs on runway 16 heading south or runway 28 heading west. On a southbound departure toward Antalya, the left side gives you a clear view of Lake Zurich stretching southeast and the Glarus Alps rising beyond it. The right side faces the city center and Zurich Oberland, which is less dramatic.
Landing at AYT
LEFTAntalya typically lands on runway 36R or 18L depending on wind. On a northerly approach from the sea, the left side faces west toward the Taurus Mountains and the old city of Antalya with its harbor. The right side looks east over flat coastal plain with less visual interest.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Zurich (ZRH) to Antalya (AYT)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Zurich to Antalya. Left side wins both ends of the flight. During the cruise over the Balkans and western Turkey, the left side also tends to face south toward the Aegean coast and Greek islands as the route curves southeast, adding mid-flight interest over the Aegean Sea.
What can I see during takeoff from Zurich in Zurich?
During takeoff from Zurich (ZRH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Zurich typically departs on runway 16 heading south or runway 28 heading west. On a southbound departure toward Antalya, the left side gives you a clear view of Lake Zurich stretching southeast and the Glarus Alps rising beyond it. The right side faces the city center and Zurich Oberland, which is less dramatic. Notable sights include: Lake Zurich, Glarus Alps, Lake Walen (Walensee), Säntis massif.
What can I see when landing at Antalya in Antalya?
When landing at Antalya (AYT), sit on the Left side for the best views. Antalya typically lands on runway 36R or 18L depending on wind. On a northerly approach from the sea, the left side faces west toward the Taurus Mountains and the old city of Antalya with its harbor. The right side looks east over flat coastal plain with less visual interest. Notable sights include: Antalya old harbor (Kaleiçi), Taurus Mountains, Mediterranean coastline, Konyaaltı Beach.
How long is the flight from Zurich to Antalya?
The flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Antalya (AYT) takes Approximately 3 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Zurich to Antalya flight path pass over?
The route passes over the Austrian Alps near Innsbruck, then crosses Slovenia and Croatia with views of the Adriatic coast, continues over the Balkans including Bosnia and Serbia, crosses northern Greece near Thessaloniki, then transits western Turkey over the Aegean hinterland before descending toward the Taurus Mountains and the Mediterranean coast at Antalya.