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SOF → MUC
Which side of the plane to sit from Sofia Airport (Sofia) to Munich Airport (Munich)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is the clear winner for this route, offering a spectacular panorama of the Eastern Alps and the shimmering waters of Lake Balaton and Lake Chiemsee during the descent.
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Balkan Mountains
Dramatic views of the Stara Planina range immediately after takeoff from Sofia.
Belgrade Confluence
Watch for the meeting of the Sava and Danube rivers as you cross into Serbian airspace.
Lake Balaton
The elongated turquoise shape of Central Europe's largest lake is a major landmark in Hungary.
Austrian Alps
Enjoy a front-row seat to the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Tauern mountains during transit.
Lake Chiemsee
Known as the Bavarian Sea, this large lake with its islands marks the final approach phase.
For the most dramatic mountain photography, select a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Morning flights provide the best lighting on the Alps, though the sun will be on this side of the aircraft; midday flights offer more neutral light for capturing the blue of the lakes.
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The Danube River
Trace the winding path of Europe's great river as it forms the border between nations.
Budapest Skyline
On clear days, the Hungarian capital is visible to the north, distinguished by its grand parliament building.
Linz Cityscape
A clear view of the Austrian city where the Danube turns sharply towards the east.
Bavarian Plains
The transition from the rugged Austrian terrain to the orderly forests and fields of southern Germany.
The right side is ideal for night flights to see the urban sprawl of Belgrade and Budapest illuminated. In the summer, this side stays cooler as it faces away from the direct southern sun. It provides a great perspective of the flight's northern trajectory over the Pannonian Basin.
Book Hotels in MunichDistance: 1,101 km (684 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: SOF (42.69669342041016, 23.411436080932617)
Arrival: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Route Type: International
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