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Our Recommendation
8.4

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of the dramatic High Tatra mountain range and a better angle for the iconic Danube river approach into Hungary.

Right Side Highlights
8.4
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Khimki Reservoir

Beautiful water views immediately north of SVO airport during the initial takeoff phase.

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Minsk Skyline

The skyline of the Belarusian capital is often visible to the west on a clear flight path.

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High Tatra Mountains

The most scenic highlight, featuring snow-capped peaks and sharp ridges along the Slovakian border.

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Danube River Bend

The famous Visegrád curve where the Danube turns sharply south toward the capital.

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Budapest Urban Core

A high probability of seeing the Parliament building and Buda Castle if landing from the northwest.

The right side is the 'scenic side' for this route. Specifically look out for the High Tatras approximately 45-60 minutes before landing. In winter, these peaks are breathtakingly covered in snow.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Moscow Suburbs

Expansive views of the southern metropolitan sprawl of the Russian capital during climb-out.

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Pripyat Marshes

Vast, emerald-green wetlands and dense forest tracts stretching across the horizon.

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Eastern Carpathian Arc

The rugged peaks of the Eastern Carpathians providing a dramatic transition into Central Europe.

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Great Hungarian Plain

The distinct agricultural patchwork and flat horizons of the Alföld landscape.

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Gödöllő District

Charming towns and rolling hills indicating the final approach into Liszt Ferenc Airport.

Excellent for morning departures to watch the sunrise over the Russian landscape. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Carpathian range for the best lighting on the mountain slopes.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,563 km (971 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 5 min

Departure: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)

Arrival: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)

Route Type: International

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