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Which side of the plane to sit from Craiova Airport (Craiova) to London Luton Airport (London)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a premier urban safari, providing exceptional views of several European capitals including Budapest and Vienna, along with a high-probability view of the London skyline during the descent into Luton.

Right Side Highlights
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Danube River

Follow the majestic winding path of the Danube as it connects major European trade hubs.

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Budapest Cityscape

A stunning aerial view of the Hungarian Parliament, the Chain Bridge, and the Buda Castle complex.

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Vienna

The dense urban grid and green belts of the Austrian capital are typically visible to the north.

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Rhine Valley

Observe the steep vineyard-covered hills and historic towns along the Rhine River in Germany.

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London Skyline

As the plane maneuvers for landing at Luton, the right side often catches the skyscrapers of the City and Canary Wharf.

Choose the right side for the best chance to see London's iconic landmarks during the arrival phase. This side is especially scenic during sunset flights as the light hits the European cities and the Rhine river at a low angle. Be sure to have your camera ready about 20-30 minutes after takeoff for the Budapest flyover.

Left Side Highlights
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Southern Carpathians

Dramatic views of the Retezat and ParΓ’ng massifs shortly after departing Craiova.

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Lake Balaton

The distinct turquoise waters of Central Europe's largest lake are visible as you cross Hungary.

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High Alps Panorama

On clear days, the distant snow-capped peaks of the Austrian and Swiss Alps line the southern horizon.

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English Channel

Views of the busy shipping lanes and the French coastline near Calais before crossing into UK airspace.

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South London

If the flight path arcs south, you can spot the sprawling suburbs and parks of South London.

The left side is ideal for morning flights as the sun will be positioned behind the aircraft, reducing glare. Keep an eye out for the jagged peaks of the Carpathians early in the flight. During the winter, the snow cover on the distant Alps to the south is particularly striking.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,975 km (1,227 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 38 min

Departure: CRA (44.31809997558594, 23.888599395751953)

Arrival: LTN (51.87469863891602, -0.36833301186561584)

Route Type: International

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