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OTP → AHO
Which side of the plane to sit from Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest) to Alghero-Fertilia Airport (Alghero)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Dalmatian Coast's numerous islands and the sprawling metropolitan area of Rome before crossing the Tyrrhenian Sea towards Sardinia.
Transylvanian Alps
The southern edge of the Carpathian Mountains offers jagged peaks and deep valleys shortly after takeoff.
Belgrade
The confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers at the heart of the Serbian capital.
Dalmatian Archipelago
A breathtaking mosaic of hundreds of Croatian islands set against the turquoise Adriatic Sea.
Rome and Vatican City
As the plane traverses Italy, you can often spot the Tiber River and the dome of St. Peter's Basilica.
Maddalena Archipelago
Crystal clear waters and granite islands visible as the flight descends toward northern Sardinia.
The right side is generally the winner for this route due to the stunning Croatian coastline. For the best view of Rome, look out about 60-70 minutes into the flight. If landing towards the east, you might also catch a glimpse of the famous 'Capo Caccia' cliffs just before touchdown.
Iron Gates
The dramatic gorge where the Danube River cuts through the Carpathian and Balkan Mountains.
Dinaric Alps
Rugged limestone peaks stretching across Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Mount Vesuvius
On clear days with a southerly approach, the iconic silhouette of the volcano and the Bay of Naples are visible.
Tyrrhenian Sea
Deep blue waters punctuated by the distant volcanic islands of the Pontine archipelago.
Gulf of Orosei
The stunning limestone cliffs and hidden coves of eastern Sardinia as you approach the island.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare. This side is superior if the flight path takes a more southerly route over the Amalfi Coast. Keep an eye out for the distinctive shape of the 'boot' as you cross the Italian mainland.
Distance: 1,517 km (943 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 1 min
Departure: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Arrival: AHO (40.632099, 8.29077)
Route Type: International
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