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HKT → VKO
Which side of the plane to sit from Phuket International Airport (Phuket) to Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled vantage point for the eastern Himalayas and the dramatic high-altitude landscapes of the Tibetan Plateau and Tian Shan mountains.
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Himalayan Range
Breathtaking distant views of the world's highest peaks, including the eastern segments of the Himalayas.
Tibetan Plateau
The 'Roof of the World' featuring high-altitude lakes and snow-capped ridges.
Tian Shan Mountains
The majestic 'Celestial Mountains' bordering Kyrgyzstan and China with jagged, icy summits.
Lake Balkhash
A massive, unique crescent-shaped lake in Kazakhstan, half-freshwater and half-saltwater.
Kazakh Steppe
The endless, flat horizons of the Eurasian Steppe, transitioning from gold to green depending on the season.
Moscow Cityscape
Depending on the approach pattern into Vnukovo, the right side often catches the skyline and the 'Seven Sisters' skyscrapers.
The right side is the 'mountain side.' For the best experience, choose a window seat ahead of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. This route often experiences clear skies over Central Asia, making the mountain views spectacular. If taking a night flight, watch for the aurora borealis as you enter higher latitudes near Russia during winter months.
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Phang Nga Bay
Stunning views of limestone karst formations and emerald waters immediately after departure from Phuket.
Bay of Bengal
A vast expanse of deep blue ocean as the flight heads northwest toward the Indian subcontinent.
Ganges Delta
The intricate network of the world's largest delta system visible over Bangladesh and Eastern India.
Kyzylkum Desert
The red sands and arid topography of Central Asia, specifically across Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.
Caspian Sea Coast
Glimpses of the northern Caspian shoreline and the transition into the Russian lowlands.
Volga River
Europe's longest river winding through the Russian heartland during the final descent phase.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Thai coastline during takeoff. During the descent into Moscow, the left side often provides a better view of the suburban sprawl and the meandering Volga river system. If the flight is during the day, the glare from the sun is generally less intense on this side when traveling North-Northwest.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 7,475 km (4,645 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 48 min
Departure: HKT (8.1132, 98.316902)
Arrival: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Route Type: International
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