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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers spectacular views of Mount Olympus shortly after takeoff and follows the spine of the Carpathian Mountains, providing superior dramatic terrain compared to the eastern plains.

Left Side Highlights
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Mount Olympus

Visible roughly 20 minutes after takeoff, the home of the Greek gods dominates the skyline with its jagged peaks.

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Carpathian Mountains

Dramatic views of the Transylvanian Alps as the flight crosses Central Romania, featuring snow-capped ridges.

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Bucharest

The urban sprawl of the Romanian capital is often clearly visible as the flight enters Eastern European airspace.

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Dnieper River

The massive waterway that snakes through the plains of Ukraine, visible as a glittering silver thread from high altitude.

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Tula Forests

Lush green woodlands and traditional Russian countryside patterns as you approach the Moscow region.

For morning flights, the left side is shaded, which is ideal for photography without glare. Look out early in the flight (approx. 20-30 mins) for the best mountain views. Use a seat forward of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the deep valleys of the Balkans.

Right Side Highlights
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Aegean Sea Coast

Beautiful views of the Greek coastline and the Chalcidice peninsula shortly after departure from Athens.

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Black Sea Shoreline

A long stretch of the Bulgarian and Romanian coastline, where the blue water meets golden sandy beaches.

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Port of Constanta

The largest port on the Black Sea is visible with its massive container terminals and breakwaters.

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Russian Steppes

Endless agricultural mosaics and vast open plains characteristic of the Southern Russian landscape.

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Domodedovo Approaches

Glimpses of the industrial and residential outskirts of Moscow during the final descent into DME.

The right side is perfect for evening flights to catch the sunset over the horizon. During the middle of the flight, keep an eye out for the distinct color change where the Danube delta meets the Black Sea. Note that the sun may be directly in your eyes for a large portion of a northbound morning flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,206 km (1,371 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 56 min

Departure: ATH (37.9364013672, 23.944499969499997)

Arrival: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)

Route Type: International

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