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AMS → OTP
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most dramatic views of the Southern Carpathian mountains during the descent, along with iconic Central European landmarks like Lake Balaton and the Danube river systems.
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Rhine River Valley
The winding silver ribbon of the Rhine cutting through the German countryside.
Bavarian Alps
On clear days, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Northern Alps are visible on the far horizon.
Lake Balaton
The largest lake in Central Europe, known for its unique turquoise color, visible over Hungary.
The Danube Bend
Watch as the Danube river makes a sharp turn south toward Budapest.
Făgăraș Mountains
The 'Transylvanian Alps'—dramatic, high-altitude peaks that represent the most scenic part of the approach into OTP.
Choose the right side for sunset flights to catch the golden hour over the Carpathian Mountains. During the final 20 minutes of the flight, stay alert for the Făgăraș range; in winter, the snow-covered peaks are particularly spectacular. Be aware that midday flights may experience significant sun glare on this side.
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Dutch Polders
Intricate geometric patterns of reclaimed land and canals immediately after takeoff from Schiphol.
Ruhr Industrial Region
A dense urban and industrial landscape passing over Western Germany.
Bohemian Forest
Deep green forested ridges along the border of Germany and the Czech Republic.
Transylvanian Plateau
Views of the rolling hills and historical fortified villages of central Romania.
North Bucharest
A bird's-eye view of the Otopeni suburbs and the northern lake districts of the capital.
The left side is ideal for morning flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, providing clear, glare-free lighting for photography. Look out for the distinctive red-roofed villages of Transylvania as you cross into Romanian airspace.
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Get eSIMs for RomaniaDistance: 1,783 km (1,108 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 23 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Route Type: International
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