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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior vantage point for the Julian Alps shortly after takeoff and the dramatic, jagged peaks of the Transylvanian Alps throughout the second half of the flight.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Julian Alps

Spectacular views of Slovenia's limestone peaks, including Mount Triglav, visible shortly after reaching cruising altitude.

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Lake Balaton

The turquoise waters of Central Europe's largest lake are often visible to the north as you cross the Hungarian border.

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Retezat Mountains

A stunning display of glacial lakes and high-altitude terrain in the western Southern Carpathians.

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Transylvanian Alps

Continuous views of the rugged Southern Carpathian range, providing dramatic scenery until the descent into Bucharest.

For the best visibility of the mountain ridges, choose a morning flight when the sun illuminates the northern slopes. During winter, the snow-covered peaks of the Southern Carpathians are a major highlight and appear most striking from this side.

Right Side Highlights
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Venice Lagoon

If the flight path departs toward the south, you can see the historic center of Venice and its surrounding islands.

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Belgrade

The confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers at the heart of the Serbian capital is frequently visible.

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Iron Gates

The dramatic gorge on the Danube River that forms the natural border between Serbia and Romania.

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Wallachian Plain

A vast expanse of agricultural patterns and small villages as the plane approaches the Romanian capital.

Sit on the right side if you are flying in the late afternoon to avoid direct glare from the sun. Keep your camera ready during the initial climb for a potential glimpse of the Adriatic coastline and the Venetian landscape.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,095 km (680 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min

Departure: TSF (45.648399, 12.1944)

Arrival: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)

Route Type: International

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