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CDG → KBP
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Boryspil International Airport (Kiev)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panoramic view of Central Europe, including the scenic Rhine River crossing, the distant peaks of the Sudetes mountains, and the historic layout of southern Polish cities before descending over the vast Ukrainian plains.
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The Rhine Valley
Glistening views of the Rhine River winding through the industrial and historic heart of Germany.
Sudetes Mountains
Rugged peaks along the border of Poland and the Czech Republic visible on the southern horizon.
Krakow & Vistula
Excellent views of the ancient Polish capital and its historic architecture from high altitude.
Ukrainian Steppe
The iconic 'breadbasket' landscape featuring endless horizons of sunflowers and grain fields.
Kyiv Pechersk Lavra
If the flight approaches from the south, the golden domes of the monastery complex are visible along the Dnieper banks.
Book an afternoon flight to ensure the sun is on the left side of the plane, providing perfect lighting for photography on the right. Keep a close watch mid-flight for the snow-capped Karkonosze range. Upon entering Ukrainian airspace, the visibility of the large-scale agriculture is most impressive during the summer months.
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Northern Paris
Immediate views of the Seine-Saint-Denis district and the Stade de France shortly after departure from CDG.
Champagne Region
The geometric patterns of world-famous vineyards stretching across the rolling hills near Reims.
North German Plain
A vast expanse of lush forests and agricultural patchwork across northern Germany and into Poland.
Vistula River
The northern meanders of Poland's primary waterway as the flight crosses towards the Ukrainian border.
Kyiv Reservoir
Known as the 'Kyiv Sea', this massive body of water is a prominent landmark north of the city during the final descent.
Sit toward the front of the aircraft to avoid wing obstruction when viewing the Champagne vineyards. During autumn, the North German Plain displays a stunning mosaic of gold and brown. On the final approach into KBP, the northern side provides the best view of the Dnieper's massive reservoir system.
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Get eSIMs for UkraineDistance: 2,032 km (1,263 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 43 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: KBP (50.34500122070313, 30.89469909667969)
Route Type: International
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