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OTP → BRI
Which side of the plane to sit from Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (Bari)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more dramatic geographic transition, featuring the rugged Dinaric Alps and the spectacular coastline of the Adriatic Sea before the final approach into Italy.
The Danube River
Cross the winding border between Romania and Bulgaria near the Calafat-Vidin bridge.
Balkan Mountains
Fly over the central ridge of the Stara Planina, offering views of steep cliffs and deep valleys.
Dinaric Alps
Spectacular limestone formations and rugged peaks as you pass over Montenegro and northern Albania.
Adriatic Coastline
The turquoise waters and rocky inlets of the Montenegrin coast provide a stunning visual as you head out to sea.
Bari Skyline
A potential view of the Old Town (Bari Vecchia) and the harbor if the flight path approaches from the north.
The right side is the 'photographer's choice' for this route. Afternoon flights provide excellent lighting for the Dinaric Alps. Keep your camera ready as the plane leaves the coast of the Balkans; the color contrast between the white limestone and the blue Adriatic is exceptional.
Bucharest Panorama
A great view of the Palace of the Parliament and the city's urban sprawl immediately after takeoff from OTP.
Rila and Pirin Mountains
Distant but majestic views of the highest peaks in the Balkan Peninsula located in southwestern Bulgaria.
Lake Ohrid
On clear days, you can spot the deep blue waters of this ancient tectonic lake on the border of North Macedonia and Albania.
Southern Adriatic
A vast expanse of deep blue sea as the aircraft crosses from the Balkan Peninsula toward the heel of Italy.
Apulian Landscape
The characteristic patchworks of olive groves and red soil as you descend into the Puglia region.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It is particularly good for spotting the landmarks of Bucharest during departure. Look for the contrast between the high Balkan peaks and the lush green valleys of the interior.
Distance: 850 km (528 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Arrival: BRI (41.138901, 16.760599)
Route Type: International
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