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TSR → OTP
Which side of the plane to sit from Timişoara Traian Vuia Airport (Timisoara) to Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a spectacular panoramic view of the Southern Carpathians, featuring Romania's highest and most rugged mountain ranges.
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Retezat Mountains
A jagged mountain massif known for its crystal-clear glacial lakes and sharp granite peaks.
Făgăraș Range
The highest peaks in Romania, often called the Transylvanian Alps, providing dramatic alpine scenery.
Transylvanian Plateau
A glimpse of the historic region of Transylvania with its rolling hills and medieval village layouts.
Olt River Defile
The deep gorge where the Olt River cuts through the mountain chain, creating a visible natural boundary.
Opt for a morning flight to have the sun positioned to the south, perfectly lighting the northern mountain faces on the left without lens flare. In winter, these peaks are heavily snow-capped, making them much easier to distinguish from the surrounding terrain. Watch for the serpentine turns of the Transfăgărășan highway near the Făgăraș summits during summer months.
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Banat Mountains
Forested hills and karst landscapes visible shortly after taking off from Timișoara.
Cozia National Park
Distinctive limestone cliffs and steep slopes that mark the southern edge of the Carpathians.
Wallachian Plain
The flat, agricultural heartland of Romania that dominates the landscape as you approach Bucharest.
Bucharest Suburbs
The urban sprawl and rapid development of northern Bucharest visible during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for seeing the transition from the Carpathian foothills to the vast plains. This side remains shaded during early morning flights, which helps reduce window reflections for photography. During the descent into OTP, keep an eye out for Snagov Lake and the surrounding forests just north of the capital.
Book Hotels in BucharestDistance: 397 km (247 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: TSR (45.80989837646485, 21.337900161743164)
Arrival: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Route Type: Domestic
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