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BUD → ROV
Which side of the plane to sit from Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Budapest) to Platov International Airport (Rostov)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side provides a more diverse landscape, featuring the sprawling Hungarian plains, the distant peaks of the Southern Carpathians, and the intricate water systems of the Dnieper and Don rivers.
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Great Hungarian Plain
Also known as the Alföld, this vast flatland offers a stunning patchwork of traditional farms and steppe-like grasslands.
Transylvanian Alps
On clear days, the snow-capped high peaks of the Southern Carpathians in Romania are visible in the far southern distance.
Dnieper River Reservoirs
The flight path crosses near the massive Zaporizhzhia and Kakhovka reservoirs, appearing as inland seas of deep blue.
Don River Delta
During the descent into Rostov, the intricate winding channels and wetlands of the Don River provide a spectacular geographic finale.
Choose the right side for the best lighting during afternoon flights, though be prepared for direct sun. The descent is the highlight on this side; keep your camera ready about 15-20 minutes before landing to capture the complex hydrology of the Don River basin and the outskirts of Rostov-on-Don.
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Mátra and Bükk Mountains
Shorty after takeoff, look north to see the highest mountain ranges in Hungary, characterized by dense beech and oak forests.
Eastern Carpathian Ridges
As you cross into Ukraine, the northern horizon is dominated by the rugged, forested slopes of the Eastern Carpathian mountain range.
Vinnytsia Urban Area
A significant urban center in central Ukraine, visible as a dense cluster of architecture surrounded by the Southern Bug River.
Donbas Industrial Landscape
Approaching the Russian border, the landscape features massive industrial footprints and complex infrastructure networks characteristic of the region.
The left side is the preferred choice for morning flights as it stays in the shade, reducing glare for photography. Watch for the sharp contrast between the geometric agricultural plots of Hungary and the more wild, mountainous terrain as you enter Ukrainian airspace.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,549 km (963 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min
Departure: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)
Arrival: ROV (47.493888, 39.924722)
Route Type: International
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