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OTP → MUC
Which side of the plane to sit from Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest) to Munich Airport (Munich)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the Romanian Carpathians and a spectacular approach parallel to the Austrian and Bavarian Alps.
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Southern Carpathians
Shortly after takeoff, view the Făgăraș Mountains, containing Romania's highest peaks like Moldoveanu.
Lake Balaton
Cross over the southern shore of Central Europe's largest lake, easily recognizable by its turquoise hue.
Salzkammergut Region
Glimpse the stunning Alpine lakes and jagged peaks of the Austrian Salzkammergut near Salzburg.
Chiemsee
During the descent, the 'Bavarian Sea' appears with its famous islands and Royal Palace of Herrenchiemsee.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun while illuminating the northern slopes of the Alps. In winter, the snow cover on the Făgăraș mountains is exceptionally sharp from this side. Watch for the descent around 20 minutes before landing to see the Bavarian lakes.
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Transylvanian Plateau
Observe the rolling hills and historic Saxon fortified churches scattered across the Transylvanian landscape.
Budapest Panorama
Depending on the specific airway, you can often see the Danube River bisecting the Hungarian capital.
Passau & Three Rivers
Look for the confluence of the Inn, Ilz, and Danube rivers at the border between Austria and Germany.
Allianz Arena
If the flight approaches Munich Airport from the west, the iconic glowing stadium is visible on the right.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun is positioned on the opposite side, providing soft lighting for photography of the Hungarian plains. Keep an eye out for the Danube Bend north of Budapest, a significant geographical landmark.
Book Hotels in MunichDistance: 1,171 km (728 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Arrival: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Route Type: International
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