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KIV → OTP
Which side of the plane to sit from Chişinău International Airport (Chisinau) to Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a much more dramatic view as it faces west toward the Carpathian Mountains for the majority of the journey, providing a beautiful contrast between the hilly Moldavian plateau and the rugged mountain peaks.
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Codru Forests
The dense, rolling hills of central Moldova, known for their ancient woodlands and vineyards.
Vrancea Mountains
The distinctive 'bend' of the Carpathian Mountains, often visible with snow-capped peaks in winter.
Siret River Valley
One of Romania's major river systems carving a wide valley through the Moldavian plateau.
Southern Carpathians
On clear days, the distant Bucegi and Făgăraș massifs can be seen on the western horizon.
Otopeni Approach
A direct view of the Henri Coandă airport infrastructure and the busy DN1 highway during descent.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights, offering spectacular sunset views over the Carpathian range. Keep your camera ready about 15-20 minutes into the flight for the best mountain panoramas. If the aircraft approaches Bucharest from the west, the right side provides a superior view of the airport's runways and terminals.
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Chişinău Cityscape
Excellent views of the Moldovan capital's green spaces and soviet-era architecture immediately after takeoff from KIV.
Prut River Border
The winding natural border separating Moldova and Romania, visible as a series of tight meanders.
Bărăgan Plain
A vast, geometric patchwork of agricultural fields that defines the landscape of southeastern Romania.
Bucharest North
Views of the Pipera business district and the northern residential outskirts during the final approach to OTP.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the rising sun. This side is also better for spotting the Tiraspol region in the far distance if the flight path takes a more easterly departure. Watch for the reflected light on the various small lakes and reservoirs scattered across the Bărăgan Plain.
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Get eSIMs for RomaniaDistance: 343 km (213 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 34 min
Departure: KIV (46.92770004272461, 28.93099975585937)
Arrival: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Route Type: International
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