Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Taipei to Vienna. While takeoff offers good views of Taiwan's geography, the landing approach into Vienna provides more sustained scenic interest with the Danube's dramatic meanders and the transition from the Pannonian Plain to Alpine foothills. Left-side seats capture this approach sequence better.

During takeoff from Sungshan (TSA), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of the Taipei Basin and northern Taiwan's coastline as the aircraft climbs northwestward. You'll see the urban sprawl of Taipei and the Tamsui River delta clearly before heading out over the Taiwan Strait. Notable sights include: Taipei urban area, Tamsui River estuary, Yangmingshan volcanic peaks to the north, Taiwan Strait coastline.

When landing at Schwechat (VIE), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent approach to Vienna. You'll see the Danube River's distinctive meanders and the flat Pannonian Plain as the aircraft descends from the east, with the Alps visible on the distant western horizon. Notable sights include: Danube River with characteristic loops and oxbow lakes, Pannonian Plain agricultural fields, Vienna city sprawl, Alpine foothills to the west.

The flight from Sungshan (TSA) to Schwechat (VIE) takes Approximately 16-17 hours (including one stop, typically in Middle East hub like Doha or Abu Dhabi).

Over the Middle East, you'll cross the Persian Gulf, see the Zagros Mountains in Iran, and the Mesopotamian plains. The flight path typically follows the Tigris-Euphrates river valleys before heading northwest toward the Levant and Mediterranean. Over the Mediterranean, the Anatolian plateau and Turkish coastline are visible. Approaching Europe, the Carpathian Mountains and Danube basin become prominent before descent into Vienna.