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Which side of the plane to sit from Košice Airport (Kosice) to M. R. Štefánik Airport (Bratislava)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a world-class view of the High Tatras, the smallest high-altitude mountain range in the world, along with massive UNESCO castles and scenic reservoirs.

Right Side Highlights
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Spiš Castle

One of the largest castle sites in Central Europe, this UNESCO World Heritage site is clearly visible on its white travertine hill.

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High Tatras Panorama

The undisputed highlight of the route, featuring jagged granite peaks like Gerlachovský štít and Kriváň.

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Liptovská Mara

A massive turquoise reservoir known as the 'Slovak Sea,' nestled perfectly between the High and Low Tatra ranges.

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Little Fatra Mountains

Sharp limestone crests and the famous Vrátna Valley are visible further north as the plane heads west.

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Little Carpathians

Rolling hills covered in vineyards and dense beech forests marking the final descent toward the capital city.

The High Tatras appear approximately 10-15 minutes after takeoff; keep your camera ready for the sharp transition from hills to alpine peaks. Morning flights provide the best illumination for the northern mountain faces. If landing on Runway 31, you may catch a glimpse of the Bratislava Castle just before touchdown.

Left Side Highlights
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Slovenský Raj National Park

Aerial view of the dense forests and deep limestone gorges of the 'Slovak Paradise' shortly after takeoff from Košice.

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Low Tatras Southern Slopes

Clear vistas of the southern ridges of the Nízke Tatry, including the popular peaks of Chopok and Ďumbier.

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Banská Bystrica

The historic heart of central Slovakia, visible within a large mountain basin surrounded by the Kremnica Hills.

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Hron River Valley

Tracking the winding silver ribbon of the Hron river as it flows through the southern central Slovakian landscapes.

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Bratislava Southern Outskirts

Views of the Petržalka district and the industrial refinery landscape as the flight prepares for final approach into BTS.

Sit toward the back of the aircraft to ensure the wing doesn't block the view of the central Slovakian river basins. This side is particularly scenic during late afternoon flights when the sun casts long, dramatic shadows over the Low Tatra valleys.

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Route Information

Distance: 302 km (188 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 30 min

Departure: KSC (48.66310119628906, 21.241100311279297)

Arrival: BTS (48.17020034790039, 17.212699890136722)

Route Type: Domestic

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