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OTP → TLV
Which side of the plane to sit from Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest) to Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the Romanian capital upon departure and provides the most iconic views of the Tel Aviv skyline and the Israeli Mediterranean coastline during the final approach into Ben Gurion Airport.
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Bucharest Cityscape
Aerial view of the Palace of the Parliament and the dense urban layout of the Romanian capital shortly after takeoff.
Balkan Mountains
Dramatic ridges and valleys of the Stara Planina range cutting across central Bulgaria.
Dodecanese Islands
Glittering views of the Greek islands, particularly Rhodes, as the flight path crosses the Aegean.
Tel Aviv Shoreline
A stunning perspective of the 'White City' skyscrapers and Mediterranean beaches during the descent.
Old Jaffa
The ancient port city of Jaffa is often visible just before the final turn toward the runway.
Choose the left side for morning departures to keep the sun behind the aircraft, ensuring clear photos of the Balkan terrain. During the final 15 minutes of the flight, the aircraft typically descends over the Mediterranean and banks east; this provides the most consistent view of the Tel Aviv metropolitan area and the coastal plain.
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Danube River
The massive waterway forming the natural border between Romania and Bulgaria is visible early in the flight.
Aegean Archipelago
Endless blue waters dotted with smaller Greek islets and marine traffic.
Mediterranean Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the sea, perfect for catching the sunset on late afternoon flights.
Port of Ashdod
The industrial hubs and shipping containers of Israel's major southern port during the arrival sequence.
The right side is the 'sunset side' for evening flights, offering spectacular orange and pink horizons over the Mediterranean. While the left side sees the city, the right side often catches the reflection of the sun on the water and the approach over the coastal dunes of southern Israel. Keep an eye out for snow on the Rila and Pirin mountains in the distance during winter months.
Book Hotels in Tel-avivDistance: 1,592 km (989 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 7 min
Departure: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Arrival: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Route Type: International
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