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RIX → BUD
Which side of the plane to sit from Riga International Airport (Riga) to Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Budapest)?
Right Side of the Plane
Offers spectacular views of the Baltic coastline during departure and an iconic perspective of the Buda Hills and the Danube upon arrival in Budapest.
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Baltic Coastline
Panoramic views of the Latvian coast and the distant Curonian Spit during the initial climb.
Southern Poland
Industrial and historic landscapes near Kraków, including the winding Vistula River.
Low Tatras
Densely forested ridges and deep valleys of central Slovakia's national parks.
Buda Hills
The lush, rolling hills on the western side of the Danube as the aircraft lines up for landing.
Hungarian Parliament
If landing from the north, this side offers the most iconic view of the Parliament building and the Chain Bridge.
The highlight is the approach into Budapest; landing from the north often provides a cinematic view of the city center. During departure from Riga, look for the white sand beaches of Jurmala to the west. This side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh southern sun.
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Riga Skyline
A beautiful view of the Daugava River and the medieval spires of Old Riga immediately after takeoff.
Nemunas River
Deep blue meanders of Lithuania's major waterway cutting through verdant agricultural landscapes.
High Tatras
The most dramatic section of the Carpathian range with sharp, rocky peaks visible on the border of Poland and Slovakia.
Great Hungarian Plain
The vast, flat expanse of the Puszta region visible during the descent into the Pannonian Basin.
Danube Bend
The scenic 'Dunakanyar' where the Danube river takes a sharp turn south towards the capital.
Sit on the left for the best views of the High Tatras' jagged peaks mid-flight. For morning flights, this side will be in direct sunlight, so consider a window seat further back to avoid glare on the wing. During winter, the snow-covered Carpathian peaks are particularly striking.
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Get eSIMs for HungaryDistance: 1,103 km (685 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: RIX (56.92359924316406, 23.971099853515625)
Arrival: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)
Route Type: International
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