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BUD â RIX
Which side of the plane to sit from Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Budapest) to Riga International Airport (Riga)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic High Tatra mountains, the historic cityscapes of Krakow and Warsaw, and the scenic Baltic coastline during the final approach into Riga.
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High Tatras
Spectacular views of the highest range in the Carpathian Mountains along the Slovakia-Poland border.
Krakow
Aerial perspective of the Vistula River, Wawel Castle, and the historic Old Town district.
Warsaw Skyline
The modern skyscraper cluster of the Polish capital and the National Stadium are often visible mid-flight.
Gulf of Riga
A stunning view of the sandy Jurmala coastline and the blue waters of the Baltic Sea during descent.
Sit on the left for the best morning light on the High Tatras (approx. 25 mins after takeoff). If the flight approaches RIX from the North, you will get a perfect view of the Jurmala beaches. Avoid rows over the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the urban skylines.
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BĂźkk National Park
The forested limestone peaks and deep valleys of Northern Hungary shortly after departure.
Masurian Lake District
A vast, shimmering mosaic of over 2,000 lakes across Northeastern Poland.
Zemgale Plains
The fertile, flat agricultural landscapes of Southern Latvia characterized by a patchwork of fields.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side, providing great lighting for the Masurian Lake District. Keep an eye out for the Daugava River as you enter Latvian airspace, which often glints in the sunlight.
Book Hotels in RigaDistance: 1,103 km (685 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)
Arrival: RIX (56.92359924316406, 23.971099853515625)
Route Type: International
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