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ZAG → VIE
Which side of the plane to sit from Zagreb Airport (Zagreb) to Vienna International Airport (Vienna)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most iconic views of the Eastern Alps and is the preferred side for catching the Vienna city skyline during the final approach into VIE.
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Medvednica Mountain
Immediately after takeoff from ZAG, view the Sljeme transmitter and the ridge overlooking Zagreb.
Graz Skyline
As the flight crosses into Austria, look for the Schlossberg clock tower in the capital of Styria.
Rax-Schneeberg Group
Behold the easternmost 2,000-meter peaks of the Alps, often snow-capped well into spring.
Forchtenstein Castle
A massive 15th-century stronghold visible perched atop the Rosalia Mountains.
Vienna City Center
On approach to Runway 16 or 34, get a clear view of the Danube Canal, Stephansdom, and the DC Towers.
Sit on the left for the most dramatic transition from the Croatian lowlands to the Alpine foothills. On evening flights, the sun sets to the west, casting a golden glow over the Styrian mountains. Ensure you are in front of the wing for the best photography of the Vienna skyline during descent.
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Drava River Valley
The winding blue path of the Drava marks the crossing of the border region near Maribor.
Styrian Vineyards
Rolling hills of the 'Austrian Tuscany' famous for white wine production.
Lake Neusiedl
A vast, shallow steppe lake on the border with Hungary, appearing as a massive silver sheet.
OMV Refinery Schwechat
One of Europe's largest industrial complexes, appearing like a miniature city of lights at night.
Donau-Auen National Park
The lush wetlands of the Danube river located just north of the airport grounds.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. It offers a broader perspective of the Pannonian Plain and the unique topography of Lake Neusiedl. If the plane lands from the east, you will get a great look at the technical complexity of the Schwechat refinery.
Book Hotels in ViennaDistance: 266 km (165 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 27 min
Departure: ZAG (45.742900848400005, 16.0687999725)
Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Route Type: International
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