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DME → VOG
Which side of the plane to sit from Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow) to Volgograd International Airport (Volgograd)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the majestic Volga River and the massive Volgograd Reservoir during the descent, often providing a glimpse of the city's iconic Motherland Calls monument.
Moscow Periphery
View of the southern Moscow suburbs and industrial zones shortly after takeoff from DME.
Oka River
The winding Oka River, a major tributary of the Volga, visible early in the flight.
Tambov Plains
Vast agricultural fields showing diverse crop patterns in the Central Black Earth Region.
Volgograd Reservoir
A massive expanse of water created by the Volga Hydroelectric Station north of the city.
Volga River
The wide, iconic Volga River becomes the dominant feature as you approach Volgograd.
The Motherland Calls
The colossal statue on Mamayev Kurgan is often visible during the final approach path.
Choose a window seat on the left for the best perspective of the Volga River's wide channel. For the most iconic views, look out during the final 15 minutes of flight when the plane descends over the Volgograd Reservoir. If landing from the north, you may spot the massive 'The Motherland Calls' statue. Morning flights provide excellent front-lit views of the landscape without sun glare.
Tula Hinterlands
The rolling hills and rural settlements of the Tula and Lipetsk regions.
Don River Bends
Aerial view of the upper and middle reaches of the Don River snaking through the plains.
Russian Steppe
The landscape transforms into the vast, open steppes characteristic of the Volgograd region.
Sunset Horizons
Excellent views of the sunset over the southern plains on evening southbound flights.
Industrial Clusters
Small industrial towns and logistics hubs dotting the route toward the south.
The right side is ideal for seeing the vast, fertile 'Chernozem' (black earth) agricultural belts of central Russia. Keep an eye out for the Don River as it snakes through the landscape. Note that on afternoon flights, the sun will be on this side, which can create significant glare for photos. Look for the distinct transition from forest-steppe to true steppe as you head south.
Distance: 857 km (533 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Arrival: VOG (48.78250122070313, 44.34550094604492)
Route Type: Domestic
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