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AUH → DME
Which side of the plane to sit from Abu Dhabi International Airport (Abu Dhabi) to Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Iranian mountain ranges, including the iconic volcanic cone of Mount Damavand, and the vast horizons over the Caspian Sea.
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Zagros Mountains
Stunning geometric fold patterns and salt domes of the Iranian highlands early in the flight.
Mount Damavand
The snow-capped peak of Iran's highest mountain, a majestic stratovolcano clearly visible near Tehran.
Caspian Expanse
Uninterrupted views across the world's largest inland body of water with deep blue hues.
Southern Steppes
The transition from arid mountains to the vast, fertile agricultural plains of southern Russia.
Keep your camera ready roughly 90 to 120 minutes into the flight for Mount Damavand. For late afternoon flights, the right side provides beautiful golden hour lighting over the Russian plains.
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Abu Dhabi Skyline
Clear views of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Saadiyat Island shortly after takeoff from AUH.
Baku Coastline
The western shores of the Caspian Sea and the city of Baku are visible as you transit from Asia to Europe.
Greater Caucasus
Breathtaking views of the rugged mountain peaks that separate the Black and Caspian seas.
Volga River
The winding curves of Europe's longest river as the flight proceeds north through Russia.
Choose the left side for morning departures to avoid direct glare from the sun. This side is also preferred for seeing the southern outskirts of Moscow and the Oka River during the descent into Domodedovo.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 3,707 km (2,303 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 22 min
Departure: AUH (24.433000564575195, 54.651100158691406)
Arrival: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Route Type: International
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