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BUD → CDG
Which side of the plane to sit from Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Budapest) to Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views, including the northern silhouette of the Alps, Lake Constance, and the best opportunity to see the Paris skyline on a typical southern approach into CDG.
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Budapest City Center
Aerial view of the Parliament building, Buda Castle, and the Danube bridges immediately after takeoff from Runway 31L.
The Austrian Alps
Distant but spectacular views of the snow-capped peaks of the Northern Limestone Alps to the south.
Lake Constance
The expansive turquoise waters of Bodensee, where the borders of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland meet.
The Black Forest
Dense evergreen canopy and rolling hills as the flight crosses from Southern Germany into France.
Champagne Vineyards
The geometric patterns of the world-famous Reims and Épernay vineyards during the initial descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct southern sun glare while viewing the Alps. During descent into Paris, if the wind is from the west, the pilot may circle south of the city, offering a distant but iconic view of the Eiffel Tower and Montparnasse Tower from the left windows.
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Vienna
A clear view of the Austrian capital and the Donau City skyline shortly after reaching cruise altitude.
Bavarian Plains
The orderly agricultural landscape of Southern Germany and the winding Danube river to the north.
Rhine River
Crossing the historic river near Karlsruhe, marking the border between Germany and France.
Maginot Line Region
The rugged terrain of the Vosges mountains and the historic fortifications of the Alsace-Lorraine region.
CDG Terminal Layout
A fantastic view of the unique circular Terminal 1 and the sprawling complex of CDG during landing.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as it remains in the shade, providing better conditions for photography. Look out for the city of Frankfurt or the Main river valley if the flight takes a more northerly routing due to European air traffic control.
Book Hotels in ParisDistance: 1,248 km (775 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)
Arrival: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Route Type: International
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