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DOK → DME
Which side of the plane to sit from Donetsk International Airport (Donetsk) to Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a more dynamic view of major urban centers and the scenic Oka River valley during the final approach into the southern Moscow region.
Kharkiv Urban Sprawl
Aerial view of one of Eastern Europe's largest cities, featuring the distinct circular Gosprom building if visibility is high.
Belgorod Skyline
A clear view of the Russian border city and the surrounding chalk hills of the Central Russian Upland.
Tula Industrial Hub
The historic city of Tula, known for its metallurgy and the iconic Kremlin walls visible amidst industrial zones.
Oka River Meanders
Spectacular winding patterns of the Oka River as it cuts through the landscape south of Moscow.
Choose the left side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Central Russian Upland. During autumn, the mixed forests of the Tula and Moscow regions create a vibrant gold and red mosaic that is best viewed from this side.
Donets Basin Terrikons
The unique 'terrikons' or slag heaps characteristic of the Donbas mining region dotting the horizon.
Voronezh Reservoir
A massive artificial lake known as the 'Voronezh Sea' which glimmers prominently under sunlight.
Lipetsk Steel Plants
One of the world's largest metallurgical complexes, creating a massive industrial footprint visible from high altitude.
Meshchera Lowlands
The edge of the vast Meshchera forests, offering a sea of deep green north of the Voronezh region.
The right side is excellent for night flights to witness the intense orange glows of the Lipetsk industrial plants. In winter, this side offers a more consistent view of the vast, snow-covered Russian steppe and frozen river systems.
Distance: 816 km (507 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: DOK (48.07360076904297, 37.73970031738281)
Arrival: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Route Type: International
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