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DTM β CLJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Dortmund Airport (Dortmund) to Cluj-Napoca International Airport (Cluj-napoca)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic High Tatra Mountains in Slovakia and the deep ridges of the Eastern Carpathians as you descend into Transylvania.
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Thuringian Forest
Observe the vast green canopy of central Germany shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Dresden and Elbe Valley
A beautiful view of the historic Saxon capital and the winding Elbe river.
High Tatra Mountains
The most spectacular part of the trip, featuring the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the highest range in the Carpathians.
Slovak Ore Mountains
Rugged, forested terrain spanning central and eastern Slovakia.
Northern Carpathian Ridges
Deep valleys and traditional villages as the plane enters Romanian airspace near MaramureΘ.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and get the crispest views of the High Tatras. In winter, the snow cover on the mountains makes the topography stand out exceptionally well. Keep your camera ready about 60 minutes after take-off as the plane traverses the Slovakian border.
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Nuremberg Cityscape
A clear view of the historic Bavarian city and its surrounding industrial hubs.
Prague Panoramas
Look south to catch a glimpse of the Vltava River and the red-roofed skyline of the Czech capital.
Bratislava and The Danube
The flight path often passes north of the Slovak capital, offering views of the river's wide bend.
Budapest Skyline
On clear days, the sprawling Hungarian capital and its distinctive bridges can be spotted to the south.
Apuseni Mountains
The 'Western Mountains' of Romania signify the final approach into the Transylvanian plateau.
The right side is perfect for sunset flights, as the sun sets to the southwest, bathing the landscape in golden light. About 20 minutes before landing at CLJ, look for the distinctive karst landscape of the Apuseni Mountains. This side also offers better views of the major Central European river systems.
Book Hotels in Cluj-napocaDistance: 1,279 km (795 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: DTM (51.518299102799986, 7.61223983765)
Arrival: CLJ (46.78519821166992, 23.686199188232425)
Route Type: International
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