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DUS → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most varied scenery, including glimpses of the Baltic coastline and the striking Curonian Spit, while benefiting from softer lighting as it faces away from the direct southern sun.
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The Ruhr Valley
Witness the dense urban and industrial heartland of Germany immediately after departing Düsseldorf.
Elbe River Path
A broad view of one of Central Europe's major waterways as the flight crosses Northern Germany.
Baltic Coastline
Scenic vistas of the Pomeranian Bay and the white sandy stretches of the Polish and Lithuanian coasts.
Curonian Spit
Look for the unique, narrow 98km-long sand dune spit that separates the Curonian Lagoon from the Baltic Sea.
Lithuanian Lakelands
Thousands of small, glacial lakes reflecting sunlight across the Baltic states and northern Belarus.
Khimki Forest
The final stretch of dense Russian woodland surrounding the Sheremetyevo airport complex before landing.
Sit on the left side to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun during this eastbound journey. In winter, this side offers stunning views of frozen lagoons and snow-covered forests in the Baltics. The best time for this route is a morning flight when the sun illuminates the northern landscape from behind the aircraft.
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Teutoburg Forest
Rolling green ridges and dense woodland areas in the Northwest German landscape shortly after takeoff.
Greater Berlin
Vast views of the German capital, its surrounding lakes, and the prominent TV Tower if the path is southerly.
Oder River
The significant geographic and political border dividing Germany and Poland visible from high altitude.
Warsaw Skyline
On clear days, the cluster of modern skyscrapers in the Polish capital can be seen in the distance to the south.
Bialowieza Forest
One of the last and largest remaining parts of the primeval forest that once covered the European Plain.
Moscow City District
The glittering skyscrapers of Moscow's international business center are often visible on the southern horizon during descent.
The right side offers better views of major metropolitan areas like Berlin and Warsaw. However, be prepared for significant sun glare throughout the day; keep your window shade partially closed or use a polarizing filter for photography. For evening arrivals, this side captures the city lights of Moscow most effectively.
Book Hotels in MoscowDistance: 2,068 km (1,285 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 45 min
Departure: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: International
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