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CRL → BTS
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (Charleroi) to M. R. Štefánik Airport (Bratislava)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior scenic diversity, featuring the lush Ardennes forest, distant views of the snow-capped Alps, and a panoramic approach over the Danube River and the Vienna-Bratislava corridor.
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The Ardennes
Deep green valleys and dense forests of southern Belgium and Luxembourg visible shortly after departure.
Bavarian & Austrian Alps
On clear days, the majestic snow-capped peaks of the northern Alps dominate the southern horizon.
The Danube River
The flight path parallels this iconic waterway, offering stunning views of its bends through Upper and Lower Austria.
Vienna Skyline
An excellent view of the Austrian capital's landmarks, including the Danube Tower, as you approach the Slovak border.
Bratislava UFO Bridge
During the final approach, look for the unique 'Most SNP' bridge and the hilltop Bratislava Castle.
The right side is unbeatable for late afternoon flights as the sun illuminates the Danube and the Alpine peaks. During the descent into BTS, the aircraft often flies close to the Vienna-Bratislava border, providing a clear view of the twin cities. Keep your camera ready as you pass Linz for the best river photography.
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Liège Urban Area
A clear view of the industrial heritage of Wallonia and the winding Meuse River shortly after takeoff.
Frankfurt Hub
Glimpses of one of Europe's busiest aviation centers and the high-rise 'Mainhattan' skyline in the distance.
Nuremberg
The historic Bavarian city layout is often visible during the mid-flight cruise over Germany.
Little Carpathians
The forested mountain range that stretches towards Bratislava, visible during the final descent phase.
Sit on the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side provides a better view of the northern German plains and the rolling hills of the Czech-Slovak border regions. Look for the industrial architecture of the Meuse valley in the first 15 minutes of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for SlovakiaDistance: 958 km (595 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min
Departure: CRL (50.459202000000005, 4.4538199999999994)
Arrival: BTS (48.17020034790039, 17.212699890136722)
Route Type: International
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