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AYT โ VKO
Which side of the plane to sit from Antalya International Airport (Antalya) to Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a superior view of the Antalya coastline upon departure, potential glimpses of the snow-capped Caucasus Mountains during the Black Sea transit, and a better angle for the Moscow skyline on approach.
Antalya Gulf
Spectacular views of Lara beach and the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean immediately after takeoff.
Greater Caucasus
On clear days, the distant, majestic peaks of the Caucasus range are visible to the east while crossing the sea.
Don River Basin
The winding silver ribbons of the Don and its tributaries carving through the southern Russian steppe.
Moscow Cityscape
As the plane aligns for Vnukovo, the right side often catches the skyscrapers of Moscow City in the distance.
Sit on the right for the best views of the 'Turquoise Coast' during the initial climb. If the flight path enters Russia via Sochi/Anapa, you will have the best vantage point for the coastline transition. Keep your camera ready during the final 15 minutes for Moscow's urban sprawl.
Taurus Mountains
Aerial views of the rugged Beydaฤlarฤฑ range as the plane climbs north from the Mediterranean coast.
Western Black Sea
A vast expanse of deep blue water as the flight leaves Turkish airspace and heads toward Russia.
Sunset Horizons
On late afternoon flights, this side provides front-row seats to the sun setting over Eastern Europe.
Central Russian Upland
Patterns of vast agricultural fields and dense forests as the aircraft descends toward the Moscow region.
Choose the left side for evening flights to avoid direct sun glare while enjoying the sunset. This side is also better if the flight path takes a more westerly route over the Black Sea, offering distant views of the Crimean coastline.
Distance: 2,135 km (1,327 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 51 min
Departure: AYT (36.898701, 30.800501)
Arrival: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Route Type: International
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