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OTP → BEG
Which side of the plane to sit from Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest) to Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (Belgrade)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Southern Carpathian mountains and the stunning Iron Gates gorge where the Danube carves through the rock.
Southern Carpathians
View the high peaks of the Făgăraș and Parâng ranges to the north, often snow-capped during late spring.
Iron Gates
The flight's scenic peak: the narrowing of the Danube between the Carpathian and Balkan mountain ranges.
Golubac Fortress
Look for this medieval fortress situated at the very entrance of the Djerdap National Park on the riverbank.
Smederevo Fortress
A massive 15th-century triangular fortification visible as the plane descends toward Belgrade.
Belgrade Confluence
Spectacular views of the Sava River merging into the Danube and the historic Kalemegdan Fortress on final approach.
Choose the right side for the most iconic landmarks. During the afternoon, the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photos of the Iron Gates and the Carpathian peaks. Sit behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the Danube's narrowest points.
Bucharest South
Catch a glimpse of the massive Palace of the Parliament and the urban sprawl of the Romanian capital shortly after takeoff.
Danube River Border
Follow the winding path of the Danube which forms the natural boundary between Romania and Bulgaria to the south.
Craiova City
Aerial perspective of the principal city in the Oltenia region, known for its distinct central architecture.
Balkan Foothills
As you enter Serbian airspace, the rolling hills and green valleys of eastern Serbia stretch toward the horizon.
The left side is preferable for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. It provides a better perspective of the vast agricultural Romanian Plain before reaching the Serbian border.
Distance: 457 km (284 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 46 min
Departure: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Arrival: BEG (44.8184013367, 20.3090991974)
Route Type: International
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