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NAP → OTP
Which side of the plane to sit from Naples International Airport (Naples) to Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the intricate Dalmatian coastline and the spectacular Southern Carpathian mountains during the descent.
Mount Vesuvius
Dramatic views of the volcano's crater shortly after departure from Naples.
Central Apennines
The rugged limestone peaks forming the mountainous spine of Italy.
Dalmatian Archipelago
The stunning network of islands and turquoise waters along the Croatian coast.
Dinaric Alps
Stark, high-altitude karst landscapes across Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The Iron Gates
The massive gorge where the Danube River carves through the Carpathian Mountains.
Southern Carpathians
Also known as the Transylvanian Alps, offering jagged peaks as you enter Romania.
The left side is the strategic choice for this eastbound flight to avoid direct southern sun glare. Morning flights offer crisp, front-lit views of the Balkan mountains. Watch for the sharp transition from the Adriatic Sea to the Dinaric Alps.
Gulf of Naples
Aerial panorama of the city and the Sorrento Peninsula during the climb.
Gargano Peninsula
The distinct 'spur' of Italy's boot featuring Foresta Umbra and white cliffs.
Durmitor National Park
Deep canyons and glacial lakes visible over the Montenegrin territory.
Danube River
The wide, meandering river that defines the border between Bulgaria and Romania.
Wallachian Plain
The vast, golden agricultural heartland of Romania surrounding Bucharest.
The right side is best for seeing the Italian coast near Foggia and the expansive Danube basin. During winter, sunset flights on this side offer a beautiful warm glow over the Balkan interior, though midday sun can be very bright.
Distance: 1,046 km (650 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 24 min
Departure: NAP (40.886002000000005, 14.2908)
Arrival: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Route Type: International
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