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DUS → BUD
Which side of the plane to sit from Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf) to Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Budapest)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is the clear winner for this route, offering a premier perspective of Vienna, the Austrian Danube, and the dramatic curves of the Danube Bend just before landing in Budapest.
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Ruhr District
View the dense urban network and industrial landscapes of Western Germany shortly after takeoff.
Thuringian Forest
A massive expanse of dark green hills and ridges stretching across central Germany.
Prague Panoramas
On clear days, the spires of the Czech capital are visible to the north as you cross the border area.
Vienna Cityscape
A spectacular bird's-eye view of the Austrian capital, including the Danube Island and the Prater.
Danube Bend
The iconic 'S' curve of the Danube river near Visegrád, marking the approach into Hungary.
Choose a window seat on the left for the best lighting conditions during morning and midday flights, as the sun will be on the right side of the aircraft. This side is essential for seeing the Vienna skyline and the scenic transition from the Austrian hills to the Hungarian plains. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the river views.
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The Rhine River
Watch the primary waterway of Western Europe wind its way south from Düsseldorf.
Frankfurt Skyline
The 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers are often visible as the flight path passes south of the city.
Regensburg
The historic Bavarian city located at the northernmost point of the Danube.
Alps Horizon
On exceptionally clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Austrian Alps appear on the far southern horizon.
Lake Balaton
If the flight path trends south, the 'Hungarian Sea' and its vineyards may be visible in the distance.
The right side is excellent for catching the German financial hub of Frankfurt early in the flight. Afternoon travelers might experience some glare from the sun, but the views of the Bavarian countryside and the distant Alps can be breathtaking if atmospheric conditions are clear. During the final descent, you will likely see the sprawling suburbs of the Pest side of Budapest.
Book Hotels in BudapestDistance: 1,000 km (621 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Arrival: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)
Route Type: International
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