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DME → SIP
Which side of the plane to sit from Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow) to Simferopol International Airport (Simferopol)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior scenic experience, featuring the winding Don River and a spectacular aerial view of the Kerch Strait Bridge during the final descent into Crimea.
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Moscow Southern Suburbs
Aerial view of the dense urban layout and industrial belts surrounding the Domodedovo district.
Voronezh Reservoir
A massive body of water clearly visible as the flight path passes the city of Voronezh.
Don River
The iconic meandering path of the Don River as it snakes through the southern Russian plains.
Sea of Azov
The shallow, turquoise-tinted waters of the northern Azov coast as you cross into the Crimean airspace.
Kerch Strait Bridge
A breathtaking view of the engineering marvel connecting the Taman Peninsula to the Crimean Peninsula.
Crimean Mountains
Distal views of the rugged mountain ridges rising along the southeastern coast of the peninsula.
Secure an 'A' window seat for the best perspective. For morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfect illumination of the Kerch Bridge and the sea. During the winter, look for the unique ice patterns that occasionally form on the shallow Sea of Azov.
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Central Russian Upland
Rolling hills and mixed forests that dominate the landscape between Moscow and the southern border.
Black Earth Steppe
Vast agricultural patches of the Chernozem region, showing intricate geometric patterns of fertile soil.
Syvash Lagoons
The 'Rotten Sea' lagoons, known for their shallow salty waters that can appear pink or orange from above.
Northern Crimean Canal
The long, straight lifeline of water cutting through the arid northern steppe of the peninsula.
SIP Airport Approach
A clear view of the modern, wave-like architecture of the Simferopol International Airport terminal during landing.
The 'F' seats are ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Crimean steppe without the glare found on the left. Pay close attention as you cross the Perekop Isthmus to see the striking color variations in the salt-rich Syvash lagoons.
Book Hotels in SimferopolDistance: 1,185 km (736 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Arrival: SIP (45.05220031738281, 33.975101470947266)
Route Type: International
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