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BRU → VAR
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels Airport (Brussels) to Varna Airport (Varna)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panoramic experience, featuring distant views of the snow-capped Alps, the massive turquoise expanse of Lake Balaton, and the rugged ridges of the Balkan Mountains during the final approach.
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Ardennes Forest
Rolling green hills and deep valleys across southern Belgium and northern Luxembourg.
Alps Panorama
On clear days, the jagged white peaks of the Bavarian and Austrian Alps dominate the southern horizon.
Lake Balaton
The 'Hungarian Sea,' recognizable by its distinct elongated shape and bright turquoise water.
Belgrade Confluence
The spectacular meeting point of the Sava and Danube rivers in the heart of the Serbian capital.
Balkan Mountains
The rugged, ancient terrain of the Stara Planina range as you cross into central Bulgaria.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the golden hour over the Alps. Look for Lake Balaton roughly 90 minutes into the flight. During landing, this side often provides a better view of the Varna Lake and the city's southern suburbs.
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Brussels Capital
Aerial view of the Atomium and the dense urban layout of Brussels immediately after takeoff.
Rhine Valley
Spot the winding Rhine River and the historic architecture of German cities like Bonn or Frankfurt.
Southern Carpathians
The dramatic, jagged peaks of the Transylvanian Alps as the flight crosses into Romanian airspace.
Bucharest Cityscape
A clear view of the massive Palace of Parliament and the sprawling layout of the Romanian capital.
Black Sea Horizon
Deep blue views of the Black Sea as the aircraft begins its descent into the Varna coastal region.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Romanian capital and the dense forests of the Carpathians. This side usually experiences more direct morning sunlight, which is great for photography but may require a window shade during the peak heat of the day.
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Get eSIMs for BulgariaDistance: 1,951 km (1,212 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 36 min
Departure: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Arrival: VAR (43.232101, 27.8251)
Route Type: International
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