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GOJ → FRA
Which side of the plane to sit from Nizhny Novgorod Strigino International Airport (Nizhniy Novgorod) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a strategic vantage point for observing several major Eastern and Central European capitals including Moscow, Minsk, and Warsaw, along with a high probability of seeing the Frankfurt skyline during the final approach.
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Moscow Periphery
Catch glimpses of the massive Russian capital's southern urban sprawl and arterial highways from a distance.
Minsk View
Clear sightlines of the Belarusian capital's unique Soviet-era grid and expanding modern districts.
Warsaw and Vistula
A perfect view of the Polish capital bisected by the winding Vistula River and its iconic bridges.
Frankfurt Skyline
The 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers are most prominent from the left side during standard southern arrival patterns into FRA.
On evening flights, the sun will be positioned to the south, potentially causing glare on the left side, but offering golden hour lighting on landmarks. Sit behind the wing for unobstructed views of Warsaw. Watch for the change from the vast Russian plains to the more patterned agricultural fields of Central Europe.
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Volga-Oka Confluence
A dramatic view of Russia's two great rivers meeting in Nizhny Novgorod immediately after takeoff.
Bialowieza Forest Area
Overlook the vast, dense green belts of the historic forest regions near the Polish-Belarusian border.
Northern German Plains
Observe the intricate geometric agricultural patterns and the distant Harz mountain range.
Taunus Mountains
Scenic rolling hills and dense forests north of Frankfurt during the final descent and base leg of the approach.
The highlight on this side occurs within the first 10 minutes; ensure your window is clear immediately after departing GOJ to see the Volga river. In winter, this side offers striking views of the frozen landscapes across the Polish border. During the descent into Germany, look for the transition from flatlands to the forested hills of the Taunus.
Book Hotels in FrankfurtDistance: 2,418 km (1,502 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 13 min
Departure: GOJ (56.23009872436499, 43.784000396729)
Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Route Type: International
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