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DME → LEJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (Leipzig)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side is preferred for its superior views of the Silesian urban landscape and the striking approach into Leipzig, which often features the city's historic center and landmarks.
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Oka River Basin
Scenic views of the meandering Oka river shortly after takeoff from DME.
Białowieża Forest
The edge of one of Europe's last remaining primeval forests along the Polish-Belarusian border.
Wrocław Cityscape
A clear view of the 'City of a Hundred Bridges' and its unique island architecture in Poland.
Ore Mountains
The rolling ridges of the Erzgebirge range marking the border between Germany and Czechia.
Leipzig Landmarks
Direct views of the Monument to the Battle of the Nations and the city center during the final approach.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to keep the sun behind you and avoid glare. This side is particularly spectacular during the descent into LEJ, as the flight path often banks south of the city, providing a panoramic view of the Leipzig skyline. Look for the massive Monument to the Battle of the Nations (Völkerschlachtdenkmal) south of the city center.
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Distant views of the Moscow City skyscraper district depending on the departure vector.
Vistula River
Crossing the major river artery of Poland, often passing near the outskirts of Warsaw.
Łódź Industrial Hub
A view of the dense urban grid and historic red-brick industrial districts of central Poland.
Lusatian Lake District
A unique landscape of artificial lakes created from former open-cast lignite mines near the German border.
Halle (Saale)
Aerial views of the historic salt-mining town of Halle as the plane lines up for the runway.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Russian plains. It offers better views of the Northern European Plain's transition from agricultural fields to the reclaimed landscapes of Lusatia. During landing at LEJ, keep an eye out for the DHL Global Hub, one of the largest logistics centers in the world, located right on the airport grounds.
Book Hotels in LeipzigDistance: 1,747 km (1,086 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 20 min
Departure: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Arrival: LEJ (51.423889, 12.236389)
Route Type: International
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