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CIA → OTP
Which side of the plane to sit from Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (Rome) to Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior vistas of the rugged Dinaric Alps and a more dramatic perspective of the Southern Carpathians during the final descent into Romania.
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Abruzzo Apennines
Dramatic views of the central Italian mountain ridges shortly after takeoff from Rome.
Adriatic Crossing
Expansive views of the deep blue Adriatic Sea as the plane exits Italian airspace.
Dinaric Alps
The stark, rocky limestone landscapes of Bosnia and Herzegovina stretching toward the horizon.
Danube Meanders
The massive Danube river visible as it snakes through the border regions of Serbia and Romania.
Southern Carpathians
Breathtaking views of the Făgăraș Mountains, often snow-capped, during the approach to Bucharest.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you, ensuring better visibility and photo quality of the Balkan mountain ranges. During winter, look for the sharp white peaks of the Transylvanian Alps as you enter Romanian airspace. If landing from the north, this side provides the best view of the rural landscape outside the capital.
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A close look at Corno Grande, the highest peak in the Apennines, located in the Abruzzo region.
Dalmatian Coastline
Distant views of the intricate Croatian archipelago and the blue waters of the Balkan coast.
Iron Gates
The spectacular gorge on the Danube River where the Balkans meet the Carpathian Mountains.
Wallachian Plain
The vast, golden agricultural expanses of southern Romania as the flight nears its destination.
Bucharest Cityscape
Aerial views of the massive Palace of the Parliament and the city's radial urban layout on final approach.
The right side is exceptional for spotting the Gran Sasso massif within the first 15 minutes of flight. On evening flights, you may catch the reflection of the sunset over the Adriatic. When approaching OTP from the south, the right side offers a clearer view of the Bucharest city center and its iconic communist-era architecture.
Book Hotels in BucharestDistance: 1,135 km (705 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: CIA (41.7994, 12.5949)
Arrival: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Route Type: International
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