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FRA → BUD
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Budapest)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more diverse landscape, including distant views of the Alps to the south, a clear pass over the city of Vienna, and the unique landscape of Lake Neusiedl near the Hungarian border.
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Alpine Panorama
On clear days, the northern rim of the Alps is visible on the southern horizon across Bavaria and Austria.
Munich Vicinity
Distant views of the Bavarian capital and the Allianz Arena stadium depending on the specific flight corridor.
Vienna Cityscape
A stunning aerial view of the Austrian capital, including the Ringstrasse and the Prater's Giant Ferris Wheel.
Lake Neusiedl
A massive, shallow steppe lake spanning the border between Austria and Hungary, recognizable by its unique reed belts.
Transdanubian Hills
The rolling vineyards and agricultural mosaics of western Hungary leading toward the Danube.
Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Alps and the Vienna basin. The view of Vienna is the journey's peak; it usually occurs about 15-20 minutes before touchdown at BUD. Look for the turquoise tint of Lake Neusiedl just after passing Vienna.
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Frankfurt Skyline
Excellent views of the 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers and the banking district shortly after departure from FRA.
Spessart Nature Park
A vast, dense deciduous forest landscape covering the rolling hills of central Germany.
Regensburg
The historic medieval city located at the northernmost point of the Danube river.
Bavarian Forest
Dense mountain ranges and green canopies along the border of the Czech Republic.
Budapest Parliament
During a northern approach into BUD, the left side often sees the iconic Parliament building and the Danube river.
Sit in front of the wing for the best views of Frankfurt's skyline. If the flight lands from the north (Runway 13), keep your camera ready for the Danube bridges and the hilly Buda side of the city as you descend.
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Get eSIMs for HungaryDistance: 835 km (519 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)
Route Type: International
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