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STN → OTP
Which side of the plane to sit from London Stansted Airport (London) to Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of the Austrian Alps and the stunning turquoise waters of Lake Balaton, usually benefiting from better lighting conditions for photography during daytime flights.
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Rhine Valley
Spot historic castles and steep-terraced vineyards along the river bends near Koblenz.
Austrian Alps
Spectacular, high-altitude views of the snow-capped Bavarian and Austrian Alpine peaks.
Lake Balaton
Central Europe's largest lake, easily recognizable by its unique pale green-turquoise color.
Bucharest Approach
On the final approach to OTP, you can often see the massive Palace of the Parliament if the wind dictates a westerly landing.
The right side is the 'mountain side.' For the best Alpine experience, fly during the winter or spring when the snow cover is most dramatic. On the approach to Bucharest, keep your camera ready for the contrast between the Wallachian plains and the urban sprawl.
Book Hotels in BucharestDutch Coastline
View the intricate network of polders, dikes, and the North Sea shoreline as you cross into continental Europe.
Ruhr Metropolis
A sprawling aerial view of Germany's industrial heartland, including Essen and Dortmund.
Budapest Cityscape
The iconic Hungarian Parliament and the bridges of the Danube are often visible on the northern descent path.
Transylvanian Alps
The rugged northern slopes of the Carpathian Mountains as the flight enters Romanian airspace.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. This side is particularly rewarding if the aircraft takes a more northerly route over the Czech Republic, offering distant views of the Ore Mountains.
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Get eSIMs for RomaniaDistance: 2,066 km (1,284 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 45 min
Departure: STN (51.8849983215, 0.234999999404)
Arrival: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Route Type: International
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