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VIE → KLU
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to Klagenfurt Airport (Klagenfurt)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the high Alpine massifs, including the iconic Schneeberg and Rax ranges, and provides a stunning perspective of the Wörthersee during the final approach into Klagenfurt.
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Schneeberg & Rax
The easternmost 2,000-meter peaks of the Alps, standing as massive limestone giants shortly after departure.
Semmering Pass
The historic mountain pass area, famous for the UNESCO-listed Semmering Railway winding through the cliffs.
Hochschwab Massif
A vast, rugged limestone plateau known for its steep rock faces and high-altitude wilderness.
Seckauer Tauern
Deeply forested valleys and jagged peaks of the Upper Styrian mountain ranges.
Wörthersee
Austria's most famous turquoise lake, visible just west of the city during the landing pattern for Runway 10R/28L.
The right side is the premier choice for Alpine enthusiasts. For the best photography of the Schneeberg, ensure you are ready within 10-15 minutes of takeoff. During sunset flights, the peaks often exhibit a stunning 'Alpenglow' effect. On the final approach, the turquoise waters of Wörthersee are most frequently visible from this side if the aircraft circles from the west.
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Vienna Basin
Industrial landscapes of Schwechat and the southern outskirts of Vienna immediately after takeoff.
Bucklige Welt
The 'Land of a Thousand Hills' featuring rolling green terrain and small agricultural villages.
Koralpe
A prominent mountain ridge that marks the transition between the states of Styria and Carinthia.
Karawanken Range
Dramatic limestone peaks forming the southern border with Slovenia, visible during the descent into the Klagenfurt basin.
Sit on the left for softer, rolling hill landscapes. This side is better for morning flights to avoid direct glare from the sun when flying southwest. Watch for the sharp ridge of the Karawanken mountains as the plane begins its final turn toward the airport.
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Get eSIMs for AustriaDistance: 234 km (145 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 23 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: KLU (46.642502, 14.3377)
Route Type: Domestic
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