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BUD → GYD
Which side of the plane to sit from Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Budapest) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (Baku)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more direct and dramatic view of the Greater Caucasus mountain range, which is the highlight of this transcontinental journey, along with the scenic approach into Baku.
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Budapest & Danube
Panoramic view of the Hungarian capital and the winding river shortly after takeoff.
Northern Carpathians
The rugged and forested peaks of northern Romania and the Transylvania region.
Black Sea Crossing
A vast expanse of deep blue water stretching toward the northern horizon during the cruise.
Greater Caucasus Range
Breathtaking views of high-altitude, snow-covered peaks forming the border between Europe and Asia.
Absheron Coastline
The dramatic meeting of the Caspian Sea and the arid landscape of Azerbaijan upon descent.
Choose a morning flight for the best lighting on the Caucasus peaks. The sun will be behind you, providing clear, high-contrast views of the mountain ridges. Look out for the Crimean Peninsula in the distance while crossing the Black Sea if the visibility is high.
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Dramatic views of the Southern Carpathian mountain ridges in central Romania.
Bucharest
The sprawl of the Romanian capital and the surrounding plains of Wallachia.
Coastal Dobruja
The transition from the Romanian plains to the Black Sea coast near Constanta.
Mt. Elbrus
Potential distant views of Europe's highest peak located in the Russian Caucasus.
Caspian Oil Fields
Iconic offshore drilling platforms and oil infrastructure on the final approach to Baku.
The right side is excellent for seeing the southern mountain ranges and the industrial marvels of the Caspian Sea on arrival. Try to get a seat behind the wing to ensure your view of the oil rigs and the Absheron Peninsula remains unobstructed during the landing phase.
Book Hotels in BakuDistance: 2,564 km (1,593 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 25 min
Departure: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)
Arrival: GYD (40.46749877929688, 50.04669952392578)
Route Type: International
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