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DME → STW
Which side of the plane to sit from Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow) to Stavropol Shpakovskoye Airport (Stavropol)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Don River's winding course and, crucially, a chance to spot the snow-capped Greater Caucasus peaks, including Elbrus, on a clear descent into Stavropol.
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Oka River Bends
Graceful curves of the Oka River visible shortly after the southern departure from Moscow.
Voronezh Reservoir
A clear view of the sprawling Voronezh city and its massive urban water reservoir.
Don River Meanders
Multiple scenic crossings of the 'Quiet Don,' one of Russia's most historic and vital waterways.
Caucasus Horizon
On clear days, the distant snow-capped peaks of the Greater Caucasus, including Mount Elbrus, appear during descent.
Mount Strizhament
The highest point of the Stavropol plateau, often clearly visible during the final approach.
Ideal for afternoon flights as the sun will be on the opposite side. The primary draw is the distant view of Mount Elbrus to the south-southwest during descent; use binoculars if possible for a stunning glimpse of the peak.
Book Hotels in StavropolDomodedovo Countryside
Dense pine forests and suburban mosaics surrounding Moscow immediately after takeoff.
Black Earth Steppes
The rich agricultural patchworks of the Tambov and Lipetsk regions stretching to the horizon.
Manych-Gudilo Lake
A massive, shallow salt lake system located in a natural tectonic depression.
Stavropol Upland
The dramatic transition from the flat plains to the rolling hills of the northern Caucasus foothills.
Select this side for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the Russian plains. It provides the best perspective of the unique Manych-Gudilo salt lakes during the final third of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,183 km (735 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 35 min
Departure: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Arrival: STW (45.10919952392578, 42.11280059814453)
Route Type: Domestic
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