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DUB → KIV
Which side of the plane to sit from Dublin Airport (Dublin) to Chişinău International Airport (Chisinau)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of major urban centers like London and the breathtaking peaks of the Carpathian Mountains during the final approach phase into Moldova.
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Snowdonia National Park
The rugged peaks and valleys of North Wales shortly after departure.
Greater London
Clear views of the Thames Estuary and the sprawling London metropolitan area.
Rhine Valley
The winding Rhine River and its famous vineyard-covered slopes in Germany.
Carpathian Mountains
Dramatic views of the snowy peaks of the Carpathians in Slovakia and Ukraine.
Dniester River
The winding river marking the approach toward the Moldovan border.
The right side is essential for viewing the Carpathian Mountains, which are the scenic peak of this journey approximately 45-60 minutes before arrival. On evening flights, this side catches the city lights of London and Frankfurt. For the best view of the Dniester River meanders during descent into Chişinău, maintain a window seat behind the wing.
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Dublin Bay
Aerial view of Howth Head and the Dublin coastline immediately after takeoff.
Irish Sea
The expansive crossing between Ireland and the Welsh coast.
German Lowlands
The verdant forests and structured agricultural fields of Central Germany.
Wrocław
The historic urban sprawl and the Oder River in Southwestern Poland.
Western Ukraine
The vast, colorful patchworks of the Ukrainian agricultural heartland.
Choose the left side for better morning lighting during eastbound flights, which avoids direct sun glare. It is particularly good for seeing the transition from the North Sea into the dense forests of northern Central Europe. Watch for the glint of the Oder and Vistula rivers on clear days.
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Get eSIMs for MoldovaDistance: 2,579 km (1,603 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 26 min
Departure: DUB (53.421299, -6.27007)
Arrival: KIV (46.92770004272461, 28.93099975585937)
Route Type: International
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