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Which side of the plane to sit from Varna Airport (Varna) to London Luton Airport (London)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the Balkan Mountains shortly after takeoff, distant views of the Alps across Central Europe, and the iconic White Cliffs of Dover during the approach to the UK.

Left Side Highlights
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Varna Bay & Black Sea

Dramatic views of the Bulgarian coastline and the Port of Varna immediately after departure.

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Balkan Mountains

Aerial perspective of the rugged Stara Planina range stretching across central Bulgaria.

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The Danube River

Follow the winding path of Europe's second-longest river as it forms the border between Bulgaria and Romania.

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Distant Alps

On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Austrian and Swiss Alps are visible on the southern horizon.

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Rhine Valley

Vast stretches of German vineyards and historic towns as the flight crosses into Western Europe.

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White Cliffs of Dover

The classic entry point to England, featuring the brilliant white chalk cliffs and the English Channel.

Sit behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the ground. On morning flights, the sun will be behind the plane or to the south, providing excellent lighting for the Balkan and Alpine ranges. Watch for the English coastline approximately 30-40 minutes before landing at Luton.

Right Side Highlights
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Dobruja Plateau

Expansive agricultural plains of Northeast Bulgaria and Southeast Romania.

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Carpathian Mountains

Views of the Transylvanian Alps to the north as the flight passes through the Romanian-Hungarian corridor.

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Budapest & The Danube

The stunning cityscape of the Hungarian capital and the sharp 'Danube Bend' north of the city.

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Rotterdam Port

Visible industrial scale of one of the world's largest ports and the intricate Dutch coastline.

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Thames Estuary

The widening mouth of the Thames and the sandbanks of the North Sea during the UK descent.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as it avoids direct sun glare, making it superior for photography. Keep an eye out for the North Sea wind farms and the distinct geometric patterns of the Dutch polders during the mid-to-late portion of the flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,305 km (1,432 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 4 min

Departure: VAR (43.232101, 27.8251)

Arrival: LTN (51.87469863891602, -0.36833301186561584)

Route Type: International

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