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BUD → OTP
Which side of the plane to sit from Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Budapest) to Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the high Carpathian peaks, including the Făgăraș range, and offers a better angle for the Bucharest city skyline upon arrival.
Budapest Panorama
Aerial views of the Danube river, the Parliament building, and the historic Buda Castle shortly after takeoff.
Tisza River
The meandering silver curves of the second-largest river in Hungary as it winds through the Great Plain.
Făgăraș Mountains
Home to Moldoveanu Peak, these are the highest and most jagged mountains in the Southern Carpathians.
Bucegi Massif
Spectacular limestone cliffs and high-altitude plateaus visible as you cross into the Wallachia region.
Bucharest Cityscape
Clear views of the massive Palace of the Parliament and the urban sprawl of the 'Little Paris' during descent.
Book a window seat on the left (usually 'A' seats) for the best mountain photography. On morning flights, the sun is behind you, providing crisp light on the Făgăraș range. If landing from the west, the left side is essential to see the Bucharest city center rather than the northern industrial outskirts.
Great Hungarian Plain
Vast agricultural landscapes and the traditional Puszta region spanning between Budapest and the border.
Retezat Mountains
Distant views of Romania's oldest national park, known for its glacial lakes and sharp granite peaks.
Jiu Valley
Deep forested valleys and historic mining towns nestled between the Parâng and Vâlcan mountains.
Wallachian Steppe
The transition from the rugged Carpathians to the wide, fertile lowlands of southern Romania.
Otopeni Environs
The network of natural lakes and growing suburban developments north of the capital city.
Choose the right side ('F' seats) if you prefer seeing the vast expanse of the southern Romanian plains. In late afternoon, this side receives direct sunlight, which can be harsh for photos but offers beautiful golden hour lighting over the agricultural fields of the Wallachian Plain.
Distance: 615 km (382 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min
Departure: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)
Arrival: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Route Type: International
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