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SKG → OTP
Which side of the plane to sit from Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (Thessaloniki) to Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the initial ascent over the Aegean coastline and the most dramatic peaks of the Rila and Rhodope mountain ranges in Bulgaria.
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Halkidiki Peninsula
The distinct 'three fingers' of the Greek coast visible during the initial climb out of SKG.
Rila Mountains
Home to Musala, the highest peak in the Balkans, often snow-capped until late spring.
Rhodope Mountains
Lush, rolling green landscapes and deep river gorges across southern Bulgaria.
Veliko Tarnovo
The historic 'City of the Tsars' located along the winding Yantra River.
Lake Snagov
A popular recreational lake north of Bucharest visible just before touchdown at OTP.
The right side is essential for seeing the Aegean Sea and the highest Balkan peaks. Book an early morning flight to see the sun rising over the Black Sea to the east, illuminating the Bulgarian highlands with a golden glow. Keep an eye out for the Rila Monastery area deep in the mountain valleys.
Book Hotels in BucharestPirin National Park
Glacial landscapes and jagged marble peaks of southwestern Bulgaria.
Sofia Valley
Distal views of the Bulgarian capital nestled against the Vitosha mountain massif.
The Danube River
The massive waterway serving as the natural border between Bulgaria and Romania.
Bucharest Cityscape
Panoramic views of the Palace of the Parliament and the urban sprawl during the final descent.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Danube crossing and the expansive Wallachian Plain. During afternoon flights, this side will have better lighting as the sun moves west, avoiding direct glare while photographing the Romanian capital.
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Get eSIMs for RomaniaDistance: 518 km (322 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 52 min
Departure: SKG (40.51969909667969, 22.97089958190918)
Arrival: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Route Type: International
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