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AMS → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the North Sea coastline and the Baltic Sea, providing a dynamic contrast between land and water compared to the more uniform agricultural plains seen to the south.
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Wadden Sea & Frisian Islands
Shortly after takeoff, view the unique intertidal zone and the chain of islands stretching along the Dutch and German coasts.
Hamburg & Elbe River
Look for the massive cranes of Germany's largest port and the sprawling urban landscape of Hamburg.
Mecklenburg Coastline
Dramatic views of the German Baltic coast, including the white chalk cliffs of Rügen if the flight path stays north.
Gdańsk Bay
The industrial and historical port city of Gdańsk where the Vistula River meets the Baltic Sea.
Riga & Jurmala
Glances of the Latvian capital and its famous seaside resorts along the Gulf of Riga.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. The coastal views are most prominent during the first hour of flight. In winter, look for ice formation along the northern shores of the Baltic Sea.
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The vast urban sprawl of the German capital, often identifiable by its ring road and the Fernsehturm in the distance.
Warsaw & Vistula River
The Polish capital is clearly visible with its distinct skyscrapers and the winding Vistula River.
Białowieża Forest
One of the last and largest remaining parts of the immense primeval forest that once stretched across the European Plain.
Belarusian Plains
A patchwork of agricultural fields and dense forests characteristic of the Eastern European landscape.
Moscow City Skyview
On the descent into SVO, the high-rise clusters of 'Moscow City' business district are often visible to the south.
The right side is better for night flights as you pass over several major population centers like Berlin and Warsaw, offering impressive light displays. Ensure your window is clean as the afternoon sun can highlight scratches during eastbound travel.
Book Hotels in MoscowDistance: 2,144 km (1,332 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 52 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: International
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