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DME → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Right Side of the Plane
Flying west from Moscow to Frankfurt, the right side provides optimal lighting for photography by avoiding direct southern sunlight and offers superior views of Warsaw and the German northern ranges.
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Moscow Suburbs
Extensive aerial views of the southern Moscow metropolitan area and its massive residential complexes.
Vistula River
A clear view of the winding Vistula River as the flight passes near the city of Warsaw.
Leipzig/Halle Airport
Look for the unique taxiway bridges that cross over the highway, visible as you cross into Germany.
Harz Mountains
The northernmost mountain range in Germany, featuring the prominent Brocken peak.
Frankfurt Skyline
If landing toward the west, the right side offers a world-class view of the Mainhattan skyscrapers.
The right side is the 'cool' side for afternoon flights, meaning you won't have to pull the shade down due to heat or glare. Keep a lookout about 70 minutes into the flight for Warsaw. On final approach, keep your camera ready for the banking turn that often reveals the Frankfurt financial district.
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Russian Taiga
Vast stretches of mixed forests and the Oka River basin visible during the initial climb from DME.
Minsk Horizon
The urban sprawl of the Belarusian capital can be spotted to the south on typical flight paths.
Polish Farmland
A mesmerizing patchwork of long, narrow agricultural strips characteristic of central Poland.
Thuringian Forest
Dense, dark green mountain ridges that signal the transition into central Germany's highlands.
Recommended for early morning departures to enjoy the soft sunrise light. In winter, this side offers the best views of the snow-laden forests across Belarus and Russia. Use a window seat behind the wing to keep the flaps out of your landscape photos.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 2,047 km (1,272 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 44 min
Departure: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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