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BCN → OTP
Which side of the plane to sit from Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona) to Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic French Riviera coastline and the jagged peaks of the Southern Alps and Dolomites during the transition into Eastern Europe.
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Barcelona Coastline
Excellent views of the Catalan capital and the Sagrada Familia immediately after takeoff from El Prat.
French Riviera
The azure waters of the Cote d'Azur including Marseille and the luxury hubs of Cannes and Nice.
The Alps
Breathtaking views of the snow-capped Southern Alps and the unique limestone formations of the Dolomites.
Julian Alps
The rugged mountains of Slovenia provide a sharp, scenic contrast as you cross into Central Europe.
Carpathian Mountains
The sweeping arc of the Southern Carpathians becomes visible as the plane descends towards Bucharest.
Book a seat on the left side for morning departures to ensure the sun is behind you, illuminating the Alps perfectly. Sit forward of the wing to capture the full curve of the Mediterranean coastline without engine glare.
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Mediterranean Islands
Catch glimpses of the northern tips of Corsica and the smaller islands of the Tuscan Archipelago.
Apennine Range
View the mountainous 'spine' of Italy as you traverse the peninsula towards the Adriatic Sea.
Dalmatian Coast
A stunning mosaic of turquoise water and hundreds of white-pebbled islands along the Croatian shore.
Balkan Interior
The deep green forests and rolling hills of the Serbian landscape as the flight enters the Balkans.
Danube River
The flight often follows the wide, winding path of the Danube as it approaches the Romanian border.
The right side is best during late afternoon flights for a golden hour glow over the Adriatic islands. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Italian coast for high-contrast views of the Apennines.
Book Hotels in BucharestDistance: 1,980 km (1,230 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 38 min
Departure: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Arrival: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Route Type: International
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