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Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides unparalleled views of the high Greater Caucasus peaks shortly after takeoff and typically offers the best perspective of the Vienna city center and the Danube River during the final approach phase.

Right Side Highlights
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Greater Caucasus

Dramatic, snow-capped peaks including Mount Kazbek are visible to the north shortly after takeoff from TBS.

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Black Sea Crossing

A long segment over the deep blue waters, often seeing cargo ships tracking toward the Bosphorus.

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Carpathian Mountains

The rugged and forested Transylvanian Alps of Romania provide spectacular terrain mid-flight.

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Budapest

On clear days, the bend of the Danube and the Hungarian capital are visible to the north of the flight path.

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Vienna Cityscape

Prime views of St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Prater, and the Danube Canal during standard landing patterns.

Look out the window immediately after takeoff to catch the Greater Caucasus before the plane turns west. Request a seat in front of the wing for the clearest views of the Vienna city center, as the airport is located southeast of the city and most approach paths loop around to the north or west.

Left Side Highlights
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Lesser Caucasus

Rolling green ridges and the Trialeti Range of southern Georgia shortly after departure.

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Batumi Coastline

The modern skyline and beaches of the Adjara region as the plane transitions over the Black Sea.

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Wallachian Plain

Expansive views of southern Romania's agricultural heartland and the outskirts of Bucharest.

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Lake Balaton

The distinct turquoise elongated shape of Central Europe's largest freshwater lake in Hungary.

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Eastern Alps

The final descent offers glimpses of the alpine foothills stretching toward the Semmering Pass.

Sit on the left for softer lighting during late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun. Watch for Lake Balaton approximately 40 minutes before arrival; it is a massive, unmistakable landmark even from high altitudes. During winter, the snow-covered Lesser Caucasus provide a beautiful textured landscape.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,333 km (1,450 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 7 min

Departure: TBS (41.6692008972, 44.95470047)

Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)

Route Type: International

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