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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the Great Caucasus ridge shortly after departure and provides a better perspective of the Carpathian Mountains and the Danube as you enter Central Europe.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Great Caucasus Range

Unobstructed views of the highest peaks in Europe, including Mount Elbrus, during the first hour of flight.

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Russian Riviera

Views of the Sochi coastline and the 2014 Olympic park along the Black Sea northern shore.

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Carpathian Mountains

The dramatic, jagged peaks of the Transylvanian Alps as the flight crosses into Romania.

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Budapest & Danube

Aerial perspective of the Hungarian capital and the distinctive bend of the Danube River.

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Vienna City View

Often provides the best panoramic view of the Stephansdom and the city core during standard landing patterns.

The right side is essential for mountain enthusiasts; the view of the Great Caucasus is world-class. For afternoon flights, the lighting on this side is perfect for photography as the sun is positioned to the south. Keep your camera ready about 20-30 minutes after takeoff for the highest peaks.

Left Side Highlights
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Baku Bay

Aerial view of the Caspian Sea coastline and the futuristic architecture of Baku during the initial climb.

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Little Caucasus

Glimpses of the southern mountain ranges stretching across Azerbaijan and Georgia.

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Black Sea Coast

The transition from land to water as the flight crosses the eastern shore of the Black Sea.

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Lake Balaton

Views of Central Europe's largest freshwater lake as the plane transits Hungarian airspace.

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Vienna Basin

The flat agricultural lands and wind farms surrounding the Austrian capital during the final approach.

Sit on the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare. This side is also excellent for seeing the southern reaches of the Danube river as you approach Vienna from the southeast. If the aircraft lands towards the west, you may get a view of the city center.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,772 km (1,722 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 42 min

Departure: GYD (40.46749877929688, 50.04669952392578)

Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)

Route Type: International

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