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HAM → BUD
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamburg Airport (Hamburg) to Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Budapest)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the Elbe River system, the historic city of Dresden, and the iconic Danube Bend during the final descent into Budapest.
Hamburg City & Alster
Upon takeoff from HAM, the left side often offers a clear view of the Outer Alster Lake and the city center's distinctive spires.
Dresden & Elbe Valley
Mid-flight, look for the 'Florence on the Elbe,' featuring the Frauenkirche and the winding river valley.
Brno Panorama
As the flight crosses the Czech Republic, the historic center of Brno and Špilberk Castle are often visible.
Bratislava & The Danube
Just before entering Hungarian airspace, the Slovakian capital and its hilltop castle can be spotted along the river.
The Danube Bend
During the descent, witness the dramatic U-turn of the Danube at Visegrád, one of Central Europe's most scenic geographic features.
Sit on the left (seat A) for the best approach views. If the flight lands from the north, you will see the Parliament building and the Chain Bridge. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the German and Czech landscapes perfectly without glare.
Port of Hamburg
Depending on the departure runway, the right side may catch the massive cranes and container ships of Europe's third-largest port.
Erzgebirge Mountains
Aerial views of the 'Ore Mountains' along the German-Czech border, showing dense forests and deep valleys.
Prague Cityscape
Prague is frequently visible to the right, often showing the Vltava River cutting through the 'City of a Hundred Spires'.
Bohemian-Moravian Highlands
A vast expanse of rolling hills, farmlands, and small villages that characterize the heart of the Czech Republic.
Vienna Distant View
On clear days, the outskirts of Vienna and the vast wind farms on the Austrian-Hungarian border are visible to the southwest.
The right side (seat F) is excellent for sunset flights, as you'll catch the orange glow over the Bohemian Highlands. Keep an eye out for Prague roughly 35-45 minutes into the flight. Note that midday flights on this side may experience significant sun glare when flying south-east.
Distance: 950 km (590 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Arrival: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)
Route Type: International
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