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OTP → STN
Which side of the plane to sit from Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest) to London Stansted Airport (London)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panoramic view of the Austrian Alps to the south and a better chance of spotting the London skyline during the approach to Stansted.
Bucharest Cityscape
Aerial view of the Palace of the Parliament and the sprawling Romanian capital immediately after takeoff.
The Austrian Alps
Distant but breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks to the south while cruising over Central Europe.
Munich & Bavaria
Clear views of the Munich metropolitan area and the Allianz Arena if the flight path tracks through Southern Germany.
The Rhine River
The winding silver ribbon of the Rhine as you cross from Germany into the Benelux region.
Brussels
The dense urban layout of the Belgian capital and the European Quarter visible before reaching the North Sea.
London Skyline
During the descent or while in a holding pattern, the Shard and Canary Wharf are often visible in the distance to the southwest.
Book an afternoon flight to have the sun behind you for better photography of the Alps. The left side is particularly rewarding during the 'Loreley' arrival route into Stansted, as it often provides a long-distance glimpse of the Thames Estuary and Central London's skyscrapers.
Carpathian Mountains
Dramatic views of the Făgăraș Mountains and the Transylvanian plateau shortly after departure from OTP.
Budapest & Danube
The Hungarian capital and the distinctive bends of the Danube River are frequently visible to the north.
Frankfurt Skyline
The high-rise financial district of Frankfurt, often referred to as 'Mainhattan', can be spotted mid-flight.
North Sea Coastline
Aerial perspectives of massive offshore wind farms and the transition from sea to the English coast at Suffolk.
East Anglian Countryside
The patchwork quilt of green fields and historic villages characteristic of the Essex and Suffolk landscape.
The right side is best for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. It offers the most intimate views of the Romanian Carpathians. Pay attention during the final 15 minutes of the flight for a clear view of the Port of Felixstowe and the winding Orwell Bridge near Ipswich.
Distance: 2,066 km (1,284 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 45 min
Departure: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Arrival: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Route Type: International
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