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PRG → SOF
Which side of the plane to sit from Václav Havel Airport Prague (Prague) to Sofia Airport (Sofia)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this route as it offers breathtaking views of major capital cities like Bratislava and Budapest, followed by the dramatic Iron Gates gorge where the Danube carves through the Carpathian and Balkan mountains.
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Prague Panorama
Aerial view of the Vltava River and the historic spires of Prague's Old Town shortly after takeoff from Václav Havel Airport.
Bratislava Cityscape
Clear sightlines of the Slovakian capital and its distinct castle perched over the Danube River as you cross the border.
Budapest & Parliament
A stunning perspective of the Hungarian Parliament Building and the chain bridges connecting Buda and Pest.
Iron Gates Gorge
The spectacular natural border between Serbia and Romania where the Danube narrows through steep limestone cliffs.
Stara Planina
The rugged ridges of the Balkan Mountains appearing as the flight descends toward the Sofia valley.
Sit on the left for the best morning light if traveling southward, as the sun will be on the opposite side. Watch closely about 40-50 minutes into the flight for the best views of the Hungarian Parliament. In winter, the snow-capped Balkan peaks are particularly striking on the approach to Sofia.
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Bohemian-Moravian Highlands
Rolling hills and dense forest patches of the Czech countryside during the initial climb.
Lake Balaton
The turquoise waters of Central Europe's largest freshwater lake are visible to the south as you transit Hungary.
Belgrade Confluence
The historic Serbian capital situated at the meeting point of the Sava and Danube rivers.
Iskar River Valley
Deep-cut valleys and limestone formations of the Iskar Gorge just north of the destination.
Vitosha Mountain
The massive dome-shaped mountain that looms over Sofia, most prominent during the final landing pattern.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides a better angle for spotting Lake Balaton in the distance. On the final approach into Sofia (Runway 09), the right side offers an intimate view of the Vitosha mountain range.
Book Hotels in SofiaDistance: 1,080 km (671 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: PRG (50.1008, 14.26)
Arrival: SOF (42.69669342041016, 23.411436080932617)
Route Type: International
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