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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the Southern Carpathian peaks shortly after takeoff, followed by a panoramic view of the Alps to the south and a higher probability of seeing the London skyline during the approach to Luton.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Făgăraș Mountains

Dramatic views of the highest peaks in the Southern Carpathians shortly after departing Bucharest.

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Lake Balaton

The 'Hungarian Sea' is clearly visible with its turquoise waters and the Tihany Peninsula.

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The Alps

On clear days, the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Austrian and Bavarian Alps line the southern horizon.

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The Rhine River

The winding artery of Europe, featuring industrial landscapes and historical vineyard regions.

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White Cliffs of Dover

As the flight crosses the English Channel, the iconic chalk cliffs are often visible to the south.

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Greater London

During the descent into LTN, the left side frequently captures the Shard, the City, and the Thames curve.

Book a seat in front of the wing for unobstructed photos of the Carpathians. For evening flights, the left side experiences the warm glow of the setting sun. If the plane approaches LTN from the south, the left side is the only side that will see the central London landmarks.

Right Side Highlights
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Transylvanian Plateau

A bird's-eye view of the rolling hills and medieval fortified churches of central Romania.

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Budapest

The Danube River bisecting the city, with the Parliament building and Buda Castle visible on clear routes.

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Vienna

The sprawling Austrian capital and the surrounding Wienerwald forest areas.

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Frankfurt Skyline

Germany's financial hub features a rare European cluster of high-rise skyscrapers visible to the north.

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Brussels & Benelux

The densely packed urban lights and ports of the Low Countries as you approach the North Sea.

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Thames Estuary

Vast shipping lanes and massive offshore wind farms appearing as the aircraft crosses into UK airspace.

The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare. It provides the best perspective of the Danube's path through major European capitals. When landing at Luton, this side often sees the rolling hills of the Chilterns, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,106 km (1,309 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 48 min

Departure: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)

Arrival: LTN (51.87469863891602, -0.36833301186561584)

Route Type: International

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