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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the dramatic Alpine peaks and a higher probability of seeing the Budapest city center and the Danube Bend during the descent.

Left Side Highlights
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The Dolomites

Shortly after takeoff, look north to see the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Italian Alps.

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Julian Alps

View the rugged terrain of Slovenia, including Mount Triglav, the country's highest peak.

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Danube Bend

As the plane descends toward BUD, you can see the dramatic curve where the Danube river turns sharply south.

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Budapest Parliament

On a typical western approach, the left side provides a stunning view of the Hungarian Parliament and Buda Castle.

Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat blur. On morning flights, the northern view of the Alps is perfectly illuminated by the southern sun, making for excellent photography. Watch for the sharp contrast between the mountains and the flat Pannonian Basin as you enter Hungary.

Right Side Highlights
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Venetian Lagoon

A distant view of the Adriatic coast and the islands of Venice shortly after departure from Treviso.

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Lake Balaton

A full-length view of Central Europe's largest lake, known for its distinct turquoise-milky color.

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Pannonian Basin

A bird's-eye view of the vast, patchworked agricultural fields that dominate the Hungarian landscape.

The right side is excellent for seeing the full scale of Lake Balaton mid-flight. For afternoon flights, this side will be away from the direct glare of the sun when flying eastward, allowing for clearer views of the Hungarian plains. Look for the Tihany Peninsula jutting into Lake Balaton.

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Route Information

Distance: 575 km (357 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 58 min

Departure: TSF (45.648399, 12.1944)

Arrival: BUD (47.429759999999995, 19.261093)

Route Type: International

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