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HER → VKO
Which side of the plane to sit from Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion) to Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side is preferred for its superior views of the Black Sea coastline and the potential to spot the Moscow city skyline, including the iconic skyscrapers of Moscow City, during the descent into Vnukovo.
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Aegean Panoramas
Vast views of the deep blue sea transitioning toward the Turkish coastline to the east.
Black Sea Coast
A long stretch of coastline viewing popular resorts and busy maritime shipping lanes heading toward the Bosphorus.
Danube Delta
A bird's-eye view of the UNESCO-listed wetlands where the Danube River meets the Black Sea in a maze of channels.
Moscow City Skyline
On the approach to VKO, look for the distant Stalinist 'Seven Sisters' skyscrapers and the modern Moscow City business district.
The right side offers breathtaking sunrise views on early morning departures from Heraklion. Keep your window shade open during the last 20 minutes of the flight; the approach pattern into Vnukovo frequently aligns to show the central Moscow skyline to the east.
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Cyclades Islands
Stunning aerial views of the white-washed settlements and volcanic calderas of the Aegean islands shortly after takeoff.
Balkan Mountains
Fly over the rugged Stara Planina range in Bulgaria, featuring sharp ridges and deep green valleys.
Carpathian Mountains
Spectacular views of the Transylvanian Alps in Romania, often capped with snow during winter and spring.
Moscow Western Outskirts
A view of the dense forests and rapidly growing residential districts of the Moscow Oblast during the final descent.
Choose a seat behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Aegean islands. This side is also shielded from direct sunlight on morning flights, making it ideal for photography of the mountain ranges in Bulgaria and Romania.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 2,433 km (1,512 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 15 min
Departure: HER (35.3396987915, 25.1802997589)
Arrival: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Route Type: International
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