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HEL → DME
Which side of the plane to sit from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki) to Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the historic city of St. Petersburg and the massive expanse of Lake Ladoga, alongside a better view of the northern Moscow skyline during the arrival sequence.
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Helsinki Archipelago
Dramatic views of the thousands of small granite islands and skerries as you climb out of Vantaa.
Lake Ladoga
Europe's largest freshwater lake is often visible to the north, especially its southern shoreline.
St. Petersburg
A spectacular view of the Neva River delta and the imperial architecture of the city center.
Volga River
The plane typically crosses the upper Volga near Tver, offering views of the river's winding path.
Moscow City Skyline
On approach to DME from the northwest, the skyscrapers of the International Business Center are visible in the distance.
Sit on the left for the best urban views. During the summer 'White Nights,' this side provides incredible visibility of the northern landscape even late at night. For the best St. Petersburg view, look out about 30-40 minutes after departure from HEL.
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Gulf of Finland
Views of the busy shipping lanes and the southern coastline of the Baltic Sea.
Lake Ilmen
A historic lake near Veliky Novgorod, visible as a large silver disk in the Russian countryside.
Valdai Hills
The forested upland area that serves as the source for many of Russia's major river systems.
Russian Dacha Communities
Geometric patterns of garden plots and summer houses as you descend into the Moscow region.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It offers a more serene view of the Russian wilderness and the rolling terrain of the central Russian upland. Watch for the Kronstadt naval base near the start of the Russian border crossing.
Book Hotels in MoscowDistance: 938 km (583 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Arrival: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Route Type: International
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