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DME → DOK
Which side of the plane to sit from Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow) to Donetsk International Airport (Donetsk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of historical Russian cities like Tula, the sprawling metropolitan area of Kharkiv during the descent, and breathtaking sunset perspectives on evening flights.
Tula Region
The historical heartland of Russia, featuring a mix of industrial heritage and dense woodlands.
Central Russian Upland
Rolling hills and diverse topography that provide a more varied terrain than the eastern plains.
Chernozem Belt
Deep black soil fields that create a striking dark grid pattern against green or gold crops.
Kharkiv Cityscape
A distant but clear view of the large Ukrainian city and its distinctive Soviet-era urban planning.
Seversky Donets
The river valley that carves through the landscape, offering scenic contrasts to the surrounding hills.
The right side is highly recommended for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Ukrainian horizon. Approximately 25-30 minutes before landing, look westward to spot the massive urban grid of Kharkiv. Keep binoculars handy to spot the undulating ridges of the Donetsk Heights during the final approach.
Moscow Southern Reach
Views of the dense urban expansion and forest belts south of the capital immediately after takeoff.
Oka River
A major waterway featuring wide meanders and sandbanks visible during the initial climb.
Voronezh Steppes
Expansive agricultural tapestries that change color dramatically with the seasons.
Upper Don River
The winding path of one of Russia's most significant rivers as it flows toward the south.
Donbas Industrial Belt
The characteristic landscape of mines and industrial infrastructure appearing as you cross into the region.
Sit on the left for morning departures to enjoy soft lighting without direct sun glare. This side is better for observing the winding Don River and the transition from the Central Russian Upland to the industrial heartland. Watch for the sparkle of small reservoirs dotting the landscape near the border.
Distance: 816 km (507 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Arrival: DOK (48.07360076904297, 37.73970031738281)
Route Type: International
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