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DME â SYX
Which side of the plane to sit from Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow) to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (Sanya)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a more dramatic progression of landscapes, including the vast Taklamakan Desert, the rugged Kunlun Mountains, and the stunning karst topography of Southern China, finishing with a coastal view of the South China Sea.
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Caspian Sea Coast
Distant views of the world's largest inland sea and the arid landscapes of Western Kazakhstan.
Taklamakan Desert
The 'Sea of Death' reveals its massive, shifting sand dunes in the heart of the Xinjiang region.
Kunlun Mountains
The northern edge of the Tibetan Plateau, featuring some of the most rugged and remote peaks in Asia.
Guangxi Karst Peaks
Iconic limestone 'sugarloaf' mountains that define the landscape of Southern China near Guilin and Nanning.
Nanshan Guanyin Statue
During the final approach into Sanya, the 108-meter tall white statue standing in the sea is often visible.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see the Himalayas in the distance and the dramatic Karst mountains of Southern China. For the arrival in Sanya, the right side usually provides a spectacular view of the coastline and the Nanshan temple complex. Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze distorting the mountain views.
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Moscow Outskirts
Aerial views of the sprawling Moscow suburbs and the winding Moskva River immediately after departure from DME.
The Volga River
Crossing the massive loops of Europe's longest river near the cities of Saratov or Samara.
Tianshan Range
The snow-capped 'Celestial Mountains' stretching along the border between Kazakhstan and Xinjiang, China.
Gobi Desert Fringe
Observing the northern transition zones of the Gobi desert with its unique gravel plains and arid basins.
Sichuan Basin
If visibility is clear, the dense urban clusters of central China emerge from the mist as you head south.
The left side is ideal for catching the sunrise as you fly southeast over China. It offers better views of the massive northern mountain ranges like the Tianshan. If you are flying during the day, the glare might be stronger on this side depending on the specific flight angle.
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Get eSIMs for ChinaDistance: 7,179 km (4,461 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 27 min
Departure: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Arrival: SYX (18.30290031433105, 109.41200256347656)
Route Type: International
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