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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior panorama of Central European landmarks, including distant views of the Alps, the turquoise expanse of Lake Balaton, and a dramatic crossing of the Southern Carpathian mountains during the descent into Bucharest.

Right Side Highlights
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Distant Alps

On clear days, the jagged white peaks of the Austrian and Bavarian Alps are visible on the southern horizon over Germany.

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Lake Balaton

The 'Hungarian Sea' is easily identifiable by its distinct turquoise color and elongated shape as you cross Hungary.

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Budapest and the Danube

A stunning view of the Danube river as it snakes through the Hungarian capital, separating the hilly Buda from the flat Pest.

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Southern Carpathians

The flight path typically crosses the Făgăraș Mountains, featuring some of the highest and most dramatic peaks in Romania.

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Bucharest Approach

A great view of the expanding Bucharest metropolitan area and the Argeș River basin before turning for final approach.

Sit on the right for the most iconic landmarks. For evening flights, this side catches the sunset over the Carpathians, which is spectacular. Keep an eye out about 90 minutes into the flight for Budapest; the city layout is extremely clear from cruising altitude.

Left Side Highlights
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Eindhoven and Brabant

Immediate views of the North Brabant landscape and the geometric patterns of Dutch polders shortly after departure.

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German Uplands

The dense forests of the Spessart and Steigerwald regions in central Germany provide a lush green tapestry.

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Transylvanian Plateau

Aerial perspective of the historic Saxon villages and fortified churches scattered across central Romania.

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Northern Carpathians

Views of the rugged and forested peaks of the Eastern Carpathians as the plane transitions toward the Wallachian plain.

The left side is excellent for early morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. During the descent, watch for the city of Ploiești and the industrial landscapes north of Bucharest. Use a polarizing filter for photography to cut through the haze often found over the Romanian plains.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,712 km (1,064 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 17 min

Departure: EIN (51.4500999451, 5.374529838559999)

Arrival: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)

Route Type: International

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