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ADB → VIE
Which side of the plane to sit from Adnan Menderes International Airport (Izmir) to Vienna International Airport (Vienna)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a more iconic sequence of landmarks including the Dardanelles bridge, the city of Sofia, and a spectacular aerial view of Budapest followed by the Danube River bend.
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Dardanelles Strait
A clear view of the 1915 Canakkale Bridge, the world's longest suspension bridge connecting two continents.
Sofia Skyline
The Bulgarian capital is often visible with the Vitosha mountain massif providing a dramatic backdrop.
Budapest Panorama
One of the best aerial city views in Europe, featuring the Parliament, Buda Castle, and the Danube bridges.
Danube Bend
The scenic curve where the Danube River turns sharply south through the mountains toward Budapest.
Lower Austria Vineyards
The rolling green hills and wine-growing regions of the Vienna Basin during the final descent.
The right side is highly recommended for the middle portion of the flight. The transition from the Balkans into the Pannonian Basin is most dramatic here. Sit on this side for a high probability of seeing Budapest's majestic architecture. Use a window seat away from the wing for the best photography of the Dardanelles.
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Izmir Gulf
Aerial views of the Aegean pearl city and the Karaburun Peninsula immediately after takeoff.
North Aegean Islands
Glance at the rugged coastlines of Lesbos and Samothrace across the blue waters.
Rila Mountains
Vantage point for the highest peaks of the Balkan Peninsula located in southwestern Bulgaria.
Lake Balaton
The distinctive elongated shape of Central Europe's largest freshwater lake in Hungary.
Vienna City Center
Potential views of the Stephansdom and the historical Ringstrasse during specific approach patterns.
Opt for the left side on morning departures to keep the sun behind you. This side provides excellent views of the Aegean coastline during the initial climb. If the flight approaches Vienna from the south on runway 34, the left side provides the best view of the city center and the Prater park.
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Get eSIMs for AustriaDistance: 1,386 km (861 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 51 min
Departure: ADB (38.2924003601, 27.156999588)
Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Route Type: International
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