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Our Recommendation
7.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the Sudetes mountains along the Czech-Polish border and typically provides the best angle for viewing the Kiev city center and the Dnieper River during the descent into Boryspil.

Right Side Highlights
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Spessart Nature Park

A vast expanse of ancient deciduous forest in southern Germany seen shortly after departure.

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Sudetes Mountains

Dramatic ridges along the border of the Czech Republic and Poland, featuring Sniezka peak.

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Historic Krakow

The ancient royal capital of Poland and the winding Vistula River visible during mid-flight.

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Dnieper River

The massive, blue waterway that splits Kiev, visible in its full grandeur during the descent.

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Kiev Landmarks

Distant views of the golden domes of Pechersk Lavra and the Motherland Monument as you approach KBP.

The right side is essential for the approach into Kiev; when landing from the west, this side faces the city center. For evening flights, you will enjoy a beautiful sunset over the Carpathian foothills to the south-west during the first half of the journey.

Left Side Highlights
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Frankfurt Skyline

Aerial view of the 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers and the banking district shortly after takeoff.

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Weser Uplands

Rolling green hills and dense forests of central Germany's highlands.

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Warsaw Cityscape

The Polish capital's modern skyline and the Vistula River are often visible in the distance.

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Polissya Marshes

The unique, water-rich landscape of the northern Ukrainian border region.

Sit forward of the wing for the best view of the Frankfurt skyline during the initial ascent. This side is preferable during winter morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun while crossing the Polish plains.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,584 km (984 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 7 min

Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)

Arrival: KBP (50.34500122070313, 30.89469909667969)

Route Type: International

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