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FRA → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of major urban centers including Warsaw and Minsk, along with a more frequent perspective of the Moscow skyline upon arrival.
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Thuringian Forest
A scenic mountain range in central Germany known for its deep green canopy.
Warsaw Cityscape
The Polish capital is often clearly visible, featuring a mix of modern skyscrapers and the Vistula River.
Minsk Urban Grid
The distinct Soviet-style urban planning and wide boulevards of the Belarusian capital.
Moscow International Business Center
The iconic 'Moscow City' cluster of glass skyscrapers visible during the southern approach to SVO.
Sit on the right for the best chance of spotting the Kremlin and the Moscow City skyscraper district during the descent. Evening flights provide spectacular 'Golden Hour' views of the Polish and Belarusian plains.
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North German Plain
Vast stretches of agricultural land and managed forests typical of Lower Saxony.
Oder River
The winding river marking the international border between Germany and Poland.
Kaunas and Vilnius
Depending on the specific airway, the historic Baltic capitals may be visible in the distance.
Upper Vistula
Views of the northern bends of Poland's longest river as it heads toward the Baltic.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct southern glare. Keep an eye out for the shimmering lakes of the Masurian Lake District in northern Poland during the middle third of the flight.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 2,022 km (1,256 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 42 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: International
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