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Which side of the plane to sit from Oslo Lufthavn (Oslo) to Burgas Airport (Bourgas)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior view of the Black Sea coast during the final descent into Bourgas, along with expansive views of the Eastern European plains and the Carpathian mountain range.

Left Side Highlights
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Southern Sweden

Aerial views of the Swedish coastline and Baltic archipelago shortly after departure.

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Baltic Sea

A vast expanse of deep blue water as the flight crosses towards Central Europe.

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Warsaw

The urban sprawl of the Polish capital and the winding Vistula River are often visible.

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Eastern Carpathians

Rugged, forested mountain peaks stretching across the horizon in Western Ukraine and Romania.

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Bucharest

A distant look at the massive Palace of the Parliament and the Romanian capital's grid.

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Black Sea Coast

The stunning transition from land to the turquoise waters of the Black Sea during the descent.

Choose the left side for morning flights to capture the sun reflecting off the Baltic Sea. About 20 minutes before landing, keep your camera ready for the coastline transition as you approach Bourgas. In winter, the snow-covered Carpathian Mountains are a major highlight on this side.

Right Side Highlights
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Oslofjord

Immediate views of the islands and fjords of southern Norway upon takeoff.

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High Tatras

The dramatic, jagged peaks marking the border between Poland and Slovakia.

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Transylvanian Alps

Spectacular views of the Southern Carpathian range as the flight passes through Romania.

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Danube River

The massive waterway that defines the border between Romania and Bulgaria.

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Balkan Mountains

The Stara Planina range visible as the aircraft enters Bulgarian airspace near the destination.

The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to witness the sunset over Central Europe. Look out for the High Tatras approximately 90 minutes into the flight; they are the most dramatic geological feature on this side. If the flight path stays west, you might also glimpse the outskirts of Budapest.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,248 km (1,397 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs

Departure: OSL (60.121, 11.0502)

Arrival: BOJ (42.56959915161133, 27.515199661254886)

Route Type: International

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