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VIE → MUC
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to Munich Airport (Munich)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is significantly more scenic as it parallels the Northern Limestone Alps for nearly the entire duration of the flight, offering dramatic views of peaks and alpine lakes.
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Lower Austrian Alps
The snowy peaks of Schneeberg and Rax are visible shortly after takeoff from Vienna.
Salzkammergut Lakes
Aerial views of the crystal-clear Traunsee and Attersee surrounded by steep mountains.
Salzburg Panorama
A distant look at the Hohensalzburg Fortress and the city of Salzburg near the German border.
Chiemsee
Known as the Bavarian Sea, you can see the islands of Herrenchiemsee and Frauenchiemsee.
Alpine Skyline
A continuous, breathtaking panorama of the High Tauern and Berchtesgaden Alps.
Sit on the left for the best mountain photography. Flights are very short, usually 45-60 minutes, so stay alert as soon as you reach cruising altitude. In winter, the snow-covered peaks are particularly stunning during morning flights when the sun hits them from the east.
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Vienna Metropolitan Area
Expansive views of the Austrian capital and the Danube River during the initial climb.
Danube River
The river valley winds through the landscape, particularly scenic near the Wachau region.
Linz
Upper Austria's capital city is visible, showcasing its mixture of industrial and historic architecture.
Allianz Arena
On an eastern approach to Munich, the famous donut-shaped stadium may be visible to the north.
The right side offers a better view of the rolling Bavarian countryside and the Danube. If the airport is using western runways (26L/26R) for landing, you might get a distant glimpse of the Munich city skyline including the Frauenkirche towers.
Book Hotels in MunichDistance: 355 km (221 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Route Type: International
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