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SJJ → ZAG
Which side of the plane to sit from Sarajevo International Airport (Sarajevo) to Zagreb Airport (Zagreb)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an immediate and dramatic view of the Olympic mountains south of Sarajevo and typically provides a clearer view of the Zagreb city center and Medvednica mountain on the final approach.
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Olympic Mountains
Stunning views of Bjelašnica and Igman, the site of many 1984 Winter Olympic events, visible shortly after departure.
Petrova Gora
A large, forested mountain range in central Croatia that marks the transition into the Zagreb approach corridor.
Lonjsko Polje
Vast wetland areas and floodplains of the Sava River, offering beautiful reflections during early morning or sunset.
Zagreb Skyline
A view of the Zagreb Cathedral spires and the red roofs of the Upper Town as the plane aligns for landing.
The right side is ideal for morning flights when the sun illuminates the mountains. Look for the ski runs on Bjelašnica right after takeoff. On approach into Zagreb, the right side usually offers a better angle of the city and the Medvednica mountain range behind it.
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Sarajevo Basin
Panoramic views of the capital's historic center and the surrounding hills immediately after takeoff.
Mount Vlašić
One of the highest peaks in central Bosnia, known for its rugged limestone plateau and steep slopes.
Banja Luka Region
Distant views of the winding Vrbas river and the rolling hills of northern Bosnia.
Sisak Confluence
The meeting point of the Kupa and Sava rivers near the historic industrial town of Sisak.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight. This side is excellent for seeing the transition from the high Dinaric Alps to the flatter Pannonian Basin. Keep your camera ready during the first 10 minutes for the Sarajevo valley overview.
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Get eSIMs for CroatiaDistance: 278 km (173 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 28 min
Departure: SJJ (43.82460021972656, 18.331499099731445)
Arrival: ZAG (45.742900848400005, 16.0687999725)
Route Type: International
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