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LCA → BUD
Which side of the plane to sit from Larnaca International Airport (Larnaca) to Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Budapest)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a spectacular vantage point for the turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea, the Greek islands, and the dramatic confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers in Belgrade.
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Larnaca Salt Lake
Immediately after takeoff, view the expansive salt lake and the Hala Sultan Tekke mosque on the shoreline.
Dodecanese Islands
Aerial views of Rhodes and the surrounding Greek islands scattered across the deep blue Aegean Sea.
Belgrade Confluence
Clear views of the Serbian capital where the Sava River meets the mighty Danube.
The Danube Bend
As the flight enters Hungary, watch the Danube curve through the landscape toward Budapest.
Budapest Parliament
On a southern approach to BUD, the city skyline including the iconic Parliament building is visible on the left.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side provides the best perspective of the Aegean islands during the first half of the trip and the Belgrade city center during the descent toward Central Europe.
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Taurus Mountains
Rugged, snow-capped peaks of the southern Turkish range shortly after crossing the Mediterranean.
Lake Beyşehir
A massive freshwater lake in Turkey's Isparta province surrounded by mountainous terrain.
Balkan Mountains
The central mountain range of Bulgaria, offering deep green valleys and sharp ridgelines.
Pannonian Steppe
The vast, flat agricultural plains of southern Hungary as you prepare for landing.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as it will be in the shade. It offers superior views of the Turkish interior and the Balkan mountain ranges. Look for the contrast between the dry Anatolian plateau and the lush forests of Bulgaria.
Book Hotels in BudapestDistance: 1,837 km (1,141 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 27 min
Departure: LCA (34.875099182128906, 33.62490081787109)
Arrival: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)
Route Type: International
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