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DME → UUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow) to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk Airport (Yuzhno-sakhalinsk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular view of the sunrise over the Siberian taiga and a more scenic approach into Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, showcasing the island's coastline and the Aniva Bay.
Moscow Outskirts
Extensive views of the Moscow region's vast forests and developing towns immediately after takeoff.
Yenisei River
Fly over the powerful Yenisei River, the great waterway dividing Western and Eastern Siberia.
Central Siberian Plateau
Endless stretches of dense coniferous taiga that define the Russian interior.
Stanovoy Range
Dramatic mountain peaks and deep valleys as the flight approaches the Far Eastern coast.
Aniva Bay
Stunning views of the horseshoe-shaped bay and Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk city during the final approach.
This side is superior for the sunrise experience on the typical overnight DME-UUS route. The right side typically provides a better angle for viewing the Susunaysky mountain range and the city basin during landing. Be prepared for bright sunlight about 5-6 hours into the flight.
Ural Mountains
Cross the geographic border between Europe and Asia over the rugged middle peaks of the Urals.
Ob River Basin
Witness the complex, winding patterns of one of the world's largest river systems in Western Siberia.
Verkhoyansk Range
Aerial views of the jagged, snow-dusted mountain ranges in the coldest regions of Yakutia.
Sea of Okhotsk
The deep blue waters and, in winter, the massive white ice floes of the northern sea.
Sakhalin Northern Cape
View the remote northern cliffs and wild beaches of Sakhalin Island during the start of the descent.
Choose this side for northern lighting and views of the more remote, arctic-facing landscapes. It is particularly striking in winter for viewing the vast sea ice. This side avoids direct glare during the morning phase of the flight.
Distance: 6,659 km (4,138 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 50 min
Departure: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Arrival: UUS (46.88869857788086, 142.71800231933594)
Route Type: Domestic
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