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DOK → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Donetsk International Airport (Donetsk) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides superior views of the Moscow skyline and the iconic Ostankino Tower during the standard approach into Sheremetyevo, along with the industrial heartlands of Western Russia.
Donets River Bends
Serpentine river formations visible during the initial climb from Donetsk.
Lipetsk Industrial Zone
Aerial view of one of Russia's largest metallurgical centers and its vast facilities.
Moscow City District
Stunning views of the Federation Tower and other skyscrapers of the business center on descent.
Ostankino Tower
The tallest free-standing structure in Europe is often visible on the right during final approach.
Khimki Forest
Lush green belts surrounding the northern outskirts of Moscow just before landing.
Priority for morning flights to catch the sunrise. On the standard arrival into SVO from the south, the right side usually offers a panoramic view of the Kremlin and the central Moscow district if the weather is clear.
Kharkiv Panorama
Vibrant urban views of Ukraine's second-largest city shortly after takeoff.
Kursk Farmlands
Expansive views of the 'Black Earth' region with its characteristic agricultural patterns.
Oka River Valley
The winding path of the Oka River as the flight enters the Moscow region.
Best for afternoon flights to avoid glare; provides a clear view of the sun setting over the Russian plains. Look out for the transition from the Donets steppe to the more forested Central Russian Upland.
Distance: 879 km (546 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: DOK (48.07360076904297, 37.73970031738281)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: International
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