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BUD → BVA
Which side of the plane to sit from Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Budapest) to Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport (Beauvais)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the most iconic landmarks, including the Alpine range to the south and potential views of the Paris skyline during the final approach phase.
Lake Balaton
Shortly after takeoff, view Central Europe's largest lake, known for its turquoise waters and volcanic hills.
The Alpine Panorama
Enjoy a continuous view of the snow-capped Austrian and Swiss Alps stretching along the southern horizon.
The Black Forest
Fly over the dense evergreen canopies and rolling hills of southwestern Germany's legendary forest.
Champagne Vineyards
Observe the meticulously manicured rows of vineyards as you cross into the Grand Est region of France.
Paris Skyline
During the descent into BVA, look south to spot the Eiffel Tower and the skyscrapers of La Défense in the distance.
Sit on the left for morning flights to have the sun at your back, providing better lighting for Alpine photography. Look out approximately 45 minutes into the flight for the most dramatic mountain vistas. On the approach to Beauvais, keep your eyes south; while the airport is 80km north of Paris, the city is often visible on clear days.
Budapest Parliament
If departing towards the west, the right side offers an incredible aerial view of the Danube and the iconic Parliament building.
Vienna and Bratislava
Spot the twin cities on the Danube as the flight path passes between the Austrian and Slovakian borders.
Frankfurt Skyline
Catch a glimpse of Germany's financial hub and its cluster of modern skyscrapers to the north.
Beauvais Cathedral
During final descent, look for the tallest Gothic choir in the world located in the center of Beauvais.
Picardy Farmlands
Detailed views of the patchwork agricultural fields characteristic of the Hauts-de-France region.
Choose the right side if you are flying during sunset, as the sun will descend on this side of the aircraft, creating beautiful orange hues over the German and French landscapes. This side is also best for seeing the immediate departure views of the Hungarian capital if the wind dictates a northern or western takeoff.
Distance: 1,282 km (797 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 43 min
Departure: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)
Arrival: BVA (49.45439910888672, 2.1127800941467285)
Route Type: International
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