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Best window seat landing at Tbilisi International Airport

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Tbilisi Old Town and Narikala Fortress, Kura River, Mtatsminda TV tower

🛬 Landing at Tbilisi (TBS)

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WhyOn the typical approach to runway 13R, aircraft come in from the northwest, and the city of Tbilisi sits just off to the left as you descend. That gives left-side passengers a nice view over the Kura River valley, the old town with Narikala Fortress, and the Mtatsminda hill with its TV tower, with the Caucasus foothills as a backdrop.
Look forTbilisi Old Town and Narikala Fortress, Kura (Mtkvari) River, Mtatsminda TV tower, distant Caucasus mountain ridges

Tbilisi International Airport is a mid-sized single-runway airport serving as Georgia's main international gateway, with a single passenger terminal handling both domestic and international traffic.

⛰️ Elevation1,624 ft
🛫 Runways1 (13R/31L)
✈️ HubGeorgian Airways
📍 NearbyLWN 85 mi

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Which side of the plane has the best views landing at Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)?

When landing at Tbilisi International Airport (TBS), sit on the Left side for the best views. On the typical approach to runway 13R, aircraft come in from the northwest, and the city of Tbilisi sits just off to the left as you descend. That gives left-side passengers a nice view over the Kura River valley, the old town with Narikala Fortress, and the Mtatsminda hill with its TV tower, with the Caucasus foothills as a backdrop. Notable sights include: Tbilisi Old Town and Narikala Fortress, Kura (Mtkvari) River, Mtatsminda TV tower, distant Caucasus mountain ridges.

What can I see when arriving at Tbilisi?

Arriving at Tbilisi International Airport in Tbilisi, passengers on the Left side enjoy views of Tbilisi Old Town and Narikala Fortress, Kura (Mtkvari) River, Mtatsminda TV tower, distant Caucasus mountain ridges. On the typical approach to runway 13R, aircraft come in from the northwest, and the city of Tbilisi sits just off to the left as you descend. That gives left-side passengers a nice view over the Kura River valley, the old town with Narikala Fortress, and the Mtatsminda hill with its TV tower, with the Caucasus foothills as a backdrop.

What factors affect the best window seat landing at Tbilisi International Airport?

The best window seat landing at Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Tbilisi (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.