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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a stunning sequence of the Italian Dolomites, the Venetian Lagoon, and a clear view of Lake Balaton and the Hungarian landscape.

Left Side Highlights
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Venetian Lagoon

Shortly after departure, look for the unique island structure of Venice and its surrounding wetlands.

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Dolomite Mountains

Spectacular views of the jagged Italian Alps peaks to the north as the plane crosses the Venetian plains.

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Julian Alps

Crossing into Slovenia, the high peaks of Triglav National Park are visible in the distance.

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Lake Balaton

A long, turquoise stretch of Central Europe's largest lake visible while cruising over Hungary.

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Budapest

Depending on the specific airway, the Danube River and the sprawling capital of Hungary appear to the north.

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Apuseni Mountains

The western Romanian mountain range provides a scenic, forested backdrop during the initial descent.

Sit on the left for the best mountain views early in the flight. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you (to the south), illuminating the Alps and Lake Balaton perfectly without glare. Keep your camera ready about 15-20 minutes after takeoff for Venice.

Right Side Highlights
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Adriatic Coastline

The sandy beaches of the Romagna Riviera stretch out south of the flight path.

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Istrian Peninsula

The rugged, heart-shaped coastline of northern Croatia is often visible across the Adriatic.

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Pannonian Basin

Endless agricultural mosaics across the flat plains of eastern Croatia and northern Serbia.

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Banat Region

The transition from the flat plains into the rolling hills of western Romania.

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Transylvanian Plateau

Beautiful views of the rural Transylvanian landscape and small villages during the final approach.

The right side is better if you prefer watching the sun track across the sky on a morning flight. It offers a broader view of the vast European plains. Be aware that midday flights may experience significant sun glare on this side when traveling eastward.

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Route Information

Distance: 994 km (618 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min

Departure: BLQ (44.5354, 11.2887)

Arrival: CLJ (46.78519821166992, 23.686199188232425)

Route Type: International

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