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VIE → OTP
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to Henri Coandă International Airport (Bucharest)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the Southern Carpathian Mountains, including the snow-capped Făgăraș range, and provides an excellent view of Lake Neusiedl shortly after departure from Vienna.
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Lake Neusiedl
A massive, shallow steppe lake on the Austria-Hungary border visible minutes after takeoff.
The Great Hungarian Plain
Vast, flat agricultural landscapes that stretch to the horizon during the first half of the flight.
Apuseni Mountains
The first sightings of the Romanian mountains, characterized by unique karst topography and dense forests.
Southern Carpathians
The 'Transylvanian Alps' featuring the highest peaks in Romania, including the Făgăraș and Bucegi massifs.
Bucharest City Center
If the flight approaches from the west, the Palace of the Parliament is often visible on this side.
The right side is the definitive choice for mountain lovers. For the best experience, try to book a seat behind the wing to capture the Carpathian peaks against the horizon. On evening flights, the sunset over the Romanian mountains provides spectacular photo opportunities. Keep an eye out about 45 minutes into the flight for the transition from the flat plains to the dramatic mountain ridges.
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Vienna Skyline
Panoramic views of the Austrian capital and the Danube Tower if departing toward the east.
The Danube River
Regular glimpses of the river as it winds through the borders of Slovakia and Hungary.
Budapest
On clear days, the Hungarian capital is visible to the north as the plane enters the Pannonian Basin.
Transylvanian Plateau
A patchwork of historic Saxon villages and rolling hills visible during the mid-flight cruise.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. It provides a great perspective of the Danube's path and is generally better for spotting the outskirts of Budapest. During the descent into Otopeni, this side often offers a clear view of the industrial and residential northern suburbs of Bucharest.
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Get eSIMs for RomaniaDistance: 829 km (515 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 23 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: OTP (44.5711111, 26.085)
Route Type: International
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