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Which side of the plane to sit from Odessa International Airport (Odessa) to Munich Airport (Munich)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic Southern Carpathian Mountains and a breathtaking approach into Munich with views of the Austrian and Bavarian Alps to the south.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Black Sea Coastline

Aerial views of the Odessa gulf and the coastal lagoons as the aircraft climbs away from the Ukrainian shore.

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Southern Carpathians

Rugged peaks of the Transylvanian Alps in Romania, offering dramatic terrain and deep forested valleys.

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Budapest & The Danube

Depending on the specific air corridor, the historic Hungarian capital and the winding Danube River appear below.

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Austrian & Bavarian Alps

On the descent into Munich, the jagged horizon of the Northern Limestone Alps provides a stunning backdrop to the south.

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Chiemsee Lake

Bavaria's largest lake, often visible during the final approach phase into Munich Airport.

Choose the left side for optimal sun positioning on daytime flights, as the sun will generally be to the south, illuminating the landscape without causing direct glare. This side is especially rewarding during the final 20 minutes of the flight when the Alpine range becomes clearly visible on the horizon.

Right Side Highlights
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Port of Odessa

Detailed views of the industrial and historic harbor area of Odessa immediately following takeoff.

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Dniester River

The meandering path of the Dniester River as it marks the border between Ukraine and Moldova.

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High Tatras

Distant views of the snowy peaks of the Tatra Mountains on the border of Poland and Slovakia to the north.

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Great Hungarian Plain

A vast geometric tapestry of agricultural fields stretching across eastern Hungary.

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Bavarian Countryside

Quaint German villages, red-roofed towns, and the winding Isar River during the final descent.

The right side is excellent for seeing the city of Odessa itself if the wind requires a takeoff toward the north or east. It is also the better side for photography if you prefer softer, indirect light during the middle of the day, as it faces away from the sun's primary path.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,434 km (891 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 55 min

Departure: ODS (46.42679977416992, 30.67650032043457)

Arrival: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)

Route Type: International

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