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TLV → OTP
Which side of the plane to sit from Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv) to Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior panoramic experience, featuring a stunning sequence of the Mediterranean coastline, the island of Cyprus, and the picturesque Greek Aegean islands before crossing the Danube into Romania.
Levantine Basin
Expansive views of the deep blue Mediterranean Sea immediately after departing the Israeli coast.
Cyprus South Coast
Aerial perspective of the Limassol coastline and the Akrotiri Salt Lake as the flight heads northwest.
Dodecanese Islands
Stunning clusters of Greek islands including Rhodes and Kos scattered across the turquoise Aegean Sea.
Rhodope Mountains
The rugged, forested peaks of southern Bulgaria provide a dramatic transition from sea to land.
Danube River
The wide, winding silver thread of the Danube marking the international border between Bulgaria and Romania.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. On evening flights, the left side provides spectacular sunset views over the Aegean. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes into the flight for the best island photography.
Tel Aviv Skyline
A quick but impressive view of the 'White City' and the ancient port of Jaffa during the initial ascent.
Taurus Mountains
The majestic, often snow-capped peaks of the Turkish southern coast rising sharply from the sea.
Western Anatolia
Detailed views of the Turkish countryside, agricultural patchworks, and mountainous interior terrain.
Black Sea Horizon
On clear days, the distant dark blue expanse of the Black Sea is visible to the northeast while over Bulgaria.
Bucharest Cityscape
During the final descent into OTP, the right side often captures the massive Palace of the Parliament.
Morning flights are ideal for the right side to capture the Taurus Mountains illuminated by the sun. If landing from the south (Runway 08L/R), the right side offers the best views of Bucharest's urban sprawl and iconic communist-era architecture.
Distance: 1,592 km (989 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 7 min
Departure: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Arrival: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Route Type: International
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