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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Adriatic coastline and the rugged peaks of the Dinaric Alps after crossing the Mediterranean.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Alexandria & Delta

View the western edge of the lush Nile Delta and the historic port city of Alexandria during the initial climb.

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Western Crete

Look down at the rugged white mountains and turquoise bays of western Crete as you cross the Mediterranean.

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Dalmatian Coast

A spectacular view of the jagged coastline and numerous islands along the Balkan peninsula.

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Dinaric Alps

Fly over the dramatic karst mountain ranges extending through Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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Lake Balaton

Catch a glimpse of Central Europe's largest lake, known for its distinct opal-green water, as you enter Hungary.

Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. On morning flights, this side will be shaded from the harsh sun, making it ideal for high-contrast photography of the Adriatic coast. Watch for the change from arid desert colors to the deep blues of the Mediterranean within the first 30 minutes.

Right Side Highlights
7.8
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Cairo Sprawl

See the vastness of the Cairo metropolitan area and the eastern Nile Delta immediately after takeoff.

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Greek Archipelago

A bird's-eye view of the scattered Cycladic islands and the deep blue Aegean Sea.

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Athens & Peloponnese

View the historic Peloponnese peninsula and potentially the distant sprawl of Athens to the north.

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Danube River

Watch the mighty Danube River as it snakes through the Balkan interior toward the Hungarian border.

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Budapest Cityscape

On specific northern approaches to BUD airport, you may see the Hungarian Parliament and Buda Castle during descent.

The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. If you are flying during sunset, this side offers a beautiful warm glow over the Aegean islands. Keep an eye out for the twinkling lights of coastal Greek cities during evening departures.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,188 km (1,360 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 55 min

Departure: CAI (30.12190055847168, 31.40559959411621)

Arrival: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)

Route Type: International

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