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Which side of the plane to sit from Split Airport (Split) to Osijek Airport (Osijek)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior perspective of the rugged Dinaric Alps immediately after takeoff and provides a clear view of Osijek's city layout and the Drava river during the final approach.

Left Side Highlights
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Kaštela Bay

Dramatic views of the Dalmatian coastline and the historic fortress towns surrounding the bay immediately after departure.

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Dinara Mountain Range

View the highest peaks in Croatia, featuring sharp karst limestone formations and deep canyons along the border.

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Peruća Lake

The deep blue waters of this large reservoir contrast sharply against the grey limestone of the Cetina region.

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Central Bosnian Highlands

Dense pine forests and rolling green ridges of the Dinaric interior as the flight heads northeast.

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Slavonian Plains

The landscape transforms into the 'Golden Valley' with vast, rectangular agricultural fields characteristic of the Pannonian Basin.

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Osijek Cityscape

A great view of the Co-cathedral, the Tvrđa fortress, and the pedestrian bridge spanning the Drava river before landing.

Sit on the left for the best mountain views early on. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you (to the south/west), illuminating the Dinaric peaks and the city of Osijek perfectly. Watch for the transition from grey rock to deep green plains mid-flight.

Right Side Highlights
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Adriatic Horizon

During the initial climb, catch distant glimpses of the islands of Brač and Hvar shimmering to the south.

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Mount Biokovo

The massive coastal mountain wall is visible in the distance, separating the sea from the hinterland.

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Prenj Mountains

Known as the Bosnian Himalayas, these jagged, often snow-capped peaks are visible deep into the Bosnian territory.

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Sava River Meanders

The winding path of the Sava River marks the natural border between Bosnia and Croatia.

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Kopački Rit

One of Europe's largest wetlands, visible just northeast of Osijek where the Drava and Danube rivers converge.

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Danube River

On clear days, the massive volume of the Danube is visible on the eastern horizon near the Serbian border.

The right side is excellent for spotting major river systems and the expansive wetlands of Kopački Rit. Early morning flights provide beautiful light over the rivers, though you may face some glare. Keep an eye out for the confluence of the Drava and Danube shortly before touchdown.

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Route Information

Distance: 292 km (181 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 29 min

Departure: SPU (43.53889846801758, 16.29800033569336)

Arrival: OSI (45.46269989013672, 18.810199737548828)

Route Type: Domestic

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