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BRU → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Brussels Airport (Brussels) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior lighting for eastbound travel and provides better chances to see the Baltic coastline and the expansive northern forests before the approach into Moscow.
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Berlin Metropolitan Area
Clear views of the German capital's northern sprawl and the Havel river system.
Pomeranian Bay
Distant views of the Baltic Sea coastline as the flight traverses northern Poland.
Bialowieza Forest
Massive stretches of ancient UNESCO-protected woodland spanning the border regions.
Khimki District
Urban density and the Moscow Canal during the final descent into Sheremetyevo.
Northern Moscow
Views of the Ostankino Tower and the city's residential high-rises on clear days.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare and enjoy the best lighting on the landscape. This side is also preferred for the SVO approach as it often provides views of the Moscow Canal and the Khimki forest buffer. During winter, look for the distinct 'snow line' where the landscape transitions from the milder Atlantic climate to the deep Russian winter.
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Ruhr Valley
The densely populated industrial heartland of Western Germany shortly after takeoff.
Harz Mountains
Rolling hills and dense dark forests of central Germany visible in the distance.
Warsaw Cityscape
Views of the Vistula River and the skyscrapers of the Polish capital.
Russian Heartlands
The vast, geometric patchwork of agricultural fields and small villages in western Russia.
South-Facing Horizon
Excellent sunset views if flying in the late afternoon or early evening.
The right side is excellent for evening flights to catch the sunset over the European continent. However, during midday flights, the sun can be quite intense on this side, making it harder to see details. Keep an eye out for the Vistula River while passing over Poland; it is a major landmark that helps orient your progress. Night flights on this side offer spectacular views of the brightly lit Ruhr and Warsaw metropolitan areas.
Book Hotels in MoscowDistance: 2,230 km (1,386 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 58 min
Departure: BRU (50.9014015198, 4.48443984985)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: International
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