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OTP → GVA
Which side of the plane to sit from Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest) to Geneva Cointrin International Airport (Geneva)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the high Alps, including the Mont Blanc massif, and a more dramatic entry into the Geneva basin.
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Iron Gates
The spectacular gorge where the Danube River separates the Balkan and Carpathian Mountains.
Belgrade
A clear view of the Serbian capital at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers.
Dinaric Alps
Rugged karst mountain ranges stretching across the Balkan Peninsula.
Po Valley
The expansive northern Italian plains framed by the distant peaks of the Apennines.
Mont Blanc
The highest peak in Western Europe, often visible in stunning detail during the descent into Geneva.
Lake Annecy
Known as Europe's cleanest lake, it shines bright blue amidst the French Prealps.
Choose the left side for the best chance to see Mont Blanc during the descent. Morning flights provide excellent backlighting for the Romanian landscapes. If landing on Runway 22, the left side offers a stunning view of the city of Geneva and the Jet d'Eau fountain just before touchdown.
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The highest and most jagged peaks of the Southern Carpathians in Romania.
Julian Alps
The limestone giants of Slovenia, including Triglav, visible as you cross into Central Europe.
Italian Lakes
Deep blue glimpses of the northern reaches of Lake Garda or Lake Como.
Lac Léman
The iconic crescent-shaped Lake Geneva, which dominates the window view for the final 15 minutes.
Jura Mountains
The forested, folded mountain range that defines the border between France and Switzerland.
The right side is ideal for capturing the full scale of Lac Léman (Lake Geneva) as you approach the airport. This side stays clearer of direct sun glare on afternoon flights heading west. Look for the Julian Alps roughly halfway through the flight for some of the most dramatic limestone scenery.
Book Hotels in GenevaDistance: 1,566 km (973 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 5 min
Departure: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Arrival: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)
Route Type: International
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