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GVA → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (Geneva) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular panorama of the high Alps and Mont Blanc shortly after takeoff, followed by the full length of Lake Geneva and the rolling landscapes of Southern Germany and Central Europe.
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Mont Blanc
Western Europe's highest peak is often clearly visible to the south during the first 15 minutes of flight.
Lake Geneva (Lac Léman)
Stunning views of the crescent-shaped lake, including the Swiss Riviera and the cities of Lausanne and Montreux.
Bernese Oberland
Distant but majestic views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks as you cruise over Switzerland.
Bavarian Landscape
A patchwork of traditional German villages, lakes, and the distant silhouettes of the Bavarian Alps.
Warsaw Skyline
The Polish capital's modern skyscrapers and the winding Vistula River are often visible midway through the journey.
Moscow City District
On southern approaches, the iconic skyscrapers of Moscow's financial district and the Kremlin can be spotted.
The right side is the 'scenic side' for this route. For the most dramatic Alpine views, keep your window shade open immediately after takeoff. During late afternoon flights, this side experiences beautiful sunset colors over the European plains, though the sun may be direct for part of the cruise.
Book Hotels in MoscowJura Mountains
The rugged limestone ridges forming the border between Switzerland and France immediately after takeoff.
Geneva City
Aerial view of the Jet d'Eau fountain and the United Nations headquarters during the initial climb.
Frankfurt am Main
Possible views of the German financial hub's skyline and the convergence of the Rhine and Main rivers.
Belarusian Taiga
Extensive stretches of dense, dark green forests and wetlands as the flight crosses into Eastern Europe.
Northern Moscow
Views of the Khimki Reservoir and the northern suburban districts of the Russian capital on final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side also provides the best perspective of the Jura range and is typically better for viewing the northern Moscow landscape during the standard landing patterns at Sheremetyevo.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 2,411 km (1,498 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 13 min
Departure: GVA (46.23809814453125, 6.108950138092041)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: International
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