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BUD → GVA
Which side of the plane to sit from Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Budapest) to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (Geneva)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the most dramatic peaks of the Alps, including the High Tauern in Austria and the Bernese Oberland in Switzerland, culminating in a spectacular view of the Mont Blanc massif.
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Lake Balaton
Shortly after takeoff from Budapest, you will see Central Europe's largest freshwater lake stretching out to the south.
Hohe Tauern National Park
View the glaciated peaks of the Austrian Alps, including the Grossglockner, Austria's highest mountain.
Bernese Oberland
As you enter Swiss airspace, look for the iconic trio of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks.
Mont Blanc Massif
During the descent into Geneva, the highest peak in Europe dominates the southern horizon with its massive glaciers.
Chablais Alps & Lake Geneva
The dramatic southern shore of Lake Geneva and the rugged mountains bordering France are visible during final approach.
Sit behind the wing for unobstructed views of the high alpine terrain. Morning flights are ideal as the sun is positioned to the south, perfectly illuminating the glaciers. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes after departure when the high peaks of Austria begin to appear.
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Vienna & Danube
Depending on the specific airway, you can often see the Danube River and the outskirts of the Vienna basin to the north.
Lake Constance (Bodensee)
A vast lake where Germany, Austria, and Switzerland meet, often appearing as a deep blue expanse on the right.
Jura Mountains
The limestone ridges of the Jura range provide a stark, forested contrast to the jagged Alps as you approach Geneva.
Geneva City & Jet d'Eau
On a standard approach to Runway 22, this side offers a view of the city center and its famous 140-meter tall water fountain.
The right side is better for seeing the flatter Swiss Plateau and the Jura range. It is generally the 'cooler' side during midday flights as you avoid direct southern sunlight. Choose this side if you want to see the city layout of Geneva during the landing sequence.
Book Hotels in GenevaDistance: 1,008 km (626 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)
Arrival: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)
Route Type: International
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