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DME → AER
Which side of the plane to sit from Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow) to Sochi International Airport (Sochi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is the preferred choice for this route, offering a spectacular approach over the Black Sea with a direct view of the 2014 Olympic Park landmarks just before landing.
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Kuban Steppes
Vibrant, geometric patterns of Russia's most fertile agricultural heartland in the Krasnodar Krai.
Black Sea Horizon
A dramatic transition as the plane leaves the mainland for the vast, deep blue expanse of the Black Sea.
Sirius Olympic Cluster
A world-class aerial view of Fisht Stadium, the Bolshoy Ice Dome, and the Sochi Autodrom F1 circuit.
Adler Shoreline
Direct views of the beaches, piers, and coastal infrastructure of the Adler district seconds before touchdown.
For the best experience, choose a seat behind the wing on the right side. During the typical approach, the pilot will bank over the water, providing an unobstructed view of the Olympic Park about 5 minutes before landing.
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Moscow Forest Belt
Dense woodland and suburban landscapes immediately south of Domodedovo shortly after takeoff.
Don River Bends
The silver ribbon of the Don River winding through the southern Russian plains visible during the mid-flight cruise.
Greater Caucasus Range
Panoramic views of the towering, snow-capped peaks of the Caucasus Mountains appearing on the horizon during descent.
Khosta District
The lush, mountainous terrain and residential valleys of the Greater Sochi area during the final turn.
The left side is optimal for morning flights as the rising sun illuminates the Caucasus Mountains to the east. Keep your camera ready as you pass the Rostov region for the first high-altitude mountain sightings.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,338 km (831 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 47 min
Departure: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Arrival: AER (43.449902, 39.9566)
Route Type: Domestic
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