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CMB → DME
Which side of the plane to sit from Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (Colombo) to Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a front-row seat to some of the world's most dramatic mountain ranges, including the Hindu Kush and the fringes of the Himalayas, alongside historical Silk Road regions.
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Western Ghats
Lush, mist-covered mountain ranges of South India visible shortly after crossing the Laccadive Sea.
Hindu Kush Peaks
Spectacular, high-altitude snow-capped mountains of Afghanistan and Tajikistan.
Silk Road Heartland
Aerial views of the historic geography surrounding ancient cities like Samarkand and Bukhara.
Aral Sea Basin
The hauntingly beautiful and ecologically unique landscape of the shrinking Aral Sea region.
Volga River Basin
The fertile plains and major river systems of southern Russia during the approach phase.
The right side is essential for mountain lovers. Try to secure a seat away from the wing to fully capture the scale of the Hindu Kush peaks. For the best lighting on the snow-capped ranges, choose a flight departing Colombo in the morning to benefit from the eastern sun illuminating the mountains.
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Expansive views of the turquoise waters along the western coast of the Indian subcontinent.
Kyzylkum Desert
The vast, reddish-sand landscapes of Central Asia visible as the flight traverses Uzbekistan.
Caspian Sea Horizon
The western edge of the Caspian Sea, often showing the contrasting blue water against the arid land.
Russian Boreal Forest
Endless stretches of dense forest and winding rivers as the plane descends into the Moscow region.
On daytime flights, the left side avoids direct sunlight for most of the journey, making it better for glare-free photography. Watch for the lights of Baku if flying during twilight or night.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 6,511 km (4,046 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 40 min
Departure: CMB (7.180759906768799, 79.88410186767578)
Arrival: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Route Type: International
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