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DNK → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Dnipropetrovsk International Airport (Dnepropetrovsk) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of major urban centers including Kharkiv and Tula, and typically provides the most iconic views of the Moscow skyline and the Kremlin during the northern approach to Sheremetyevo.
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Kharkiv Cityscape
A clear view of the sprawling urban layout and industrial districts of Ukraine's second-largest city.
Central Russian Upland
Subtle changes in elevation and hilly terrain as the plane traverses the Kursk and Oryol regions.
Tula Industrial Zone
The historic center of Russian metalwork and arms production, visible as a dense urban cluster south of Moscow.
Moscow City District
The glittering skyscrapers of the International Business Center are often visible during the final descent into SVO.
MKAD Perimeter
The massive traffic-laden ring road encircling Moscow serves as a clear landmark for the city limits.
This is the prime side for photography during the approach to SVO. In winter, the snow-covered Russian landscape provides high contrast for city lights during early evening arrivals. Try to book a seat ahead of the wing for an unobstructed view of the Moscow skyline.
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Dnipro River Bend
Visible shortly after takeoff, showing the wide expanse of the river as it flows through southeastern Ukraine.
Poltava Plains
A patchwork of agricultural fields and small rural settlements characteristic of the central Ukrainian steppe.
Bryansk Forest Reserve
Deep green forest canopies and meandering tributaries as the flight path enters the Russian border region.
Ugra River Basin
Striking river loops and natural wetlands located within the Kaluga region north of the border.
Sit on this side for afternoon flights to minimize direct sun glare through the window. Keep an eye out for the historic city of Kaluga if the flight path deviates slightly west during the descent phase.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 861 km (535 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: DNK (48.357200622558594, 35.100601196289055)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: International
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