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BUD → RTM
Which side of the plane to sit from Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Budapest) to Rotterdam The Hague Airport (Rotterdam)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior balance of distant mountain scenery and significant urban landmarks, offering consistent views of the Austrian Alps to the south and the industrial heritage of the Rhine Valley.
The Danube Bend
Witness the dramatic curve of the Danube River as it snakes through the hills north of Budapest shortly after takeoff.
The Austrian Alps
On clear days, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Northern Limestone Alps are visible along the southern horizon.
Vienna & Linz
Look down for the urban sprawl of the Austrian capital and the industrial landscape surrounding the city of Linz.
Bavarian Plateau
Views of the rolling hills and orderly agricultural patterns of Southern Germany as you cruise toward the Rhine.
Port of Rotterdam
During the final descent, the massive industrial infrastructure and shipping containers of the Maasvlakte come into view.
For morning flights, the left side avoids direct glare from the southern sun, making it easier to spot the distant Alps. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes after takeoff for the best mountain silhouettes. If landing towards the east at RTM, this side offers the best view of the harbor.
Budapest Parliament
If the flight departs toward the west, the right side often gets a spectacular view of the Hungarian Parliament and Buda Castle.
Bohemian Forest
Overfly the dense green canopy of the Šumava National Park along the border of the Czech Republic and Germany.
The Ruhr Valley
A bird's-eye view of Germany's industrial heartland, featuring a dense network of cities, canals, and factories.
The Hague Skyline
As you enter Dutch airspace, look for the skyscrapers of the Dutch administrative capital and the nearby North Sea coast.
Dutch Polders
The geometric beauty of the reclaimed land and drainage canals of the Netherlands creates a unique patchwork quilt effect.
The right side is the prime choice for seeing the Budapest skyline immediately after departure. During late afternoon flights, this side will enjoy the warm 'golden hour' light reflecting off the North Sea and the Dutch canals during the approach.
Distance: 1,176 km (731 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)
Arrival: RTM (51.956902, 4.43722)
Route Type: International
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