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DTM → OTP
Which side of the plane to sit from Dortmund Airport (Dortmund) to Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a more dramatic perspective of the Southern Carpathian Mountains and the rolling landscapes of the Wallachian plain before landing.
Alps Horizon
On exceptionally clear days, the northern fringes of the Austrian Alps are visible on the distant horizon.
Prague and Brno
Visuals of the Czech capital and the Moravian region as the aircraft transits Central Europe.
Danube River Bend
Sections of the Danube River winding through the Hungarian and Serbian border regions.
Transylvanian Alps
Spectacular views of the highest peaks in Romania, including the Făgăraș and Bucegi massifs.
Prahova Valley
The famous mountain pass and resort corridor that cuts through the mountains toward Bucharest.
The right side is the best choice for afternoon flights to capture the dramatic shadows cast over the Southern Carpathians. Ensure you are seated behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the high mountain ridges. During winter, the snow-covered peaks are particularly photogenic from this side.
Eastern German Cities
Bird's-eye views of the urban layouts of Leipzig and Dresden during the initial cruise phase.
Sudetes Range
The mountainous border between Czechia and Poland featuring rugged terrain and dense forests.
Transylvanian Plateau
A glimpse of the historic region of Transylvania with its patchwork of fields and medieval towns.
Northern Carpathians
The gentle curve of the Carpathian arc as it enters Romanian territory.
Bucharest Suburbs
Detailed views of the northern residential expansion of Bucharest during the final descent.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. It offers a broader view of the Central European plains and the northern curve of the Carpathian Mountains. Look out for the Vistula river headwaters if the flight path tracks slightly north.
Distance: 1,569 km (975 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min
Departure: DTM (51.518299102799986, 7.61223983765)
Arrival: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Route Type: International
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