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VIE β SBZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to Sibiu International Airport (Sibiu)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Southern Carpathians and the expansive lakes of the Pannonian Basin.
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Lake Neusiedl
The large, shallow steppe lake straddling the border between Austria and Hungary.
Lake Balaton
Central Europe's largest freshwater lake, identifiable by its turquoise hue and elongated shape.
Southern Carpathians
Dramatic views of the Transylvanian Alps, featuring some of Romania's highest and most rugged peaks.
FΔgΔraΘ Mountains
The massive granite peaks south of Sibiu, often snow-capped well into the spring season.
Olt River Valley
The deep, scenic gorge where the Olt River cuts through the mountain range toward the south.
The right side is highly recommended for the approach into Sibiu. Choose a seat behind the wing to capture the full scale of the Southern Carpathians. For evening flights, this side experiences beautiful sunset colors over the Hungarian plains and the Romanian peaks.
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Vienna Cityscape
Bird's-eye view of the Austrian capital and the Prater area immediately after departure from VIE.
Danube River
The winding path of the Danube as it flows through the lowlands towards the Hungarian border.
Transylvanian Plateau
The characteristic rolling hills and scattered fortified churches of the historic Transylvania region.
Apuseni Mountains
Distant views of the Western Romanian Carpathians as the aircraft nears its destination.
Sit on the left if you prefer looking north toward the Transylvanian heartland. Morning flights are ideal on this side to keep the sun behind you and provide clear, high-contrast views of the medieval landscape.
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Get eSIMs for RomaniaDistance: 626 km (389 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 3 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: SBZ (45.78559875488281, 24.09129905700684)
Route Type: International
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