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CGN → BUD
Which side of the plane to sit from Cologne Bonn Airport (Cologne) to Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Budapest)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama including distant views of the Alps, the city of Vienna, and a spectacular approach over the Danube into Budapest.
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Frankfurt am Main
The skyscraper-heavy skyline and the massive airport hub.
The Alps
On clear days, the snow-capped Austrian Alps are visible on the southern horizon.
Linz & Danube
Industrial landscapes and the winding river through Upper Austria.
Vienna
A high-altitude view of the Austrian capital and its famous landmarks.
Budapest Approach
Iconic views of the Parliament and the Danube bridges during descent.
Select a seat away from the wing to maximize the Alpine view. Morning flights provide excellent side-lighting for the Austrian and Hungarian landscapes. If the plane lands on Runway 31L, the right side provides a world-class view of the Danube and the Hungarian Parliament building.
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Cologne Skyline
The Cathedral and the Hohenzollern Bridge are visible shortly after takeoff.
Spessart Forest
Expansive green canopy of the German central highlands.
Regensburg
Spot the medieval UNESCO World Heritage site and the Danube loop.
Bratislava
The capital of Slovakia and its castle appear as you cross into the Carpathian basin.
Danube Bend
The sharp turn of the river at Visegrád marks the final approach phase.
Look for the Harz mountains to the north on clear days. The landing approach usually offers a great view of the Gerecse Mountains just before descending into Budapest. Keep your camera ready during the final 15 minutes of the flight as the river scenery becomes more dramatic.
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Get eSIMs for HungaryDistance: 959 km (596 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: CGN (50.8658981323, 7.1427397728)
Arrival: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)
Route Type: International
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