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HTA → DME
Which side of the plane to sit from Chita-Kadala Airport (Chita) to Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled view of Lake Baikal shortly after takeoff from Chita, providing a perspective of the southern 'Pearl of Siberia' that is unmatched.
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Lake Baikal
Visible roughly 40-50 minutes after departure, providing a majestic view of the southern tip of the world's deepest lake.
Irkutsk & Angara River
Aerial views of the historic city where the Angara River flows out of Baikal.
Southern Ural Mountains
The ancient mountain range that divides Asia and Europe, featuring rolling forested peaks.
Volga River Crossing
One of the final major landmarks before Moscow, showcasing the massive scale of Russia's most famous river.
Choose a window seat on the left for the best chance to see Lake Baikal. On a westbound flight, the sun will be on the left side, which may cause glare; use a polarizer for photos or wait for the sun to move higher. The lake is most spectacular in late winter (February-March) when the ice is visible. Check the flight path as some routes fly directly over the lake while others stay slightly north.
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Siberian Taiga
Vast, unending expanses of coniferous forests that define the heart of the Russian wilderness.
Yenisei River
Cross the mighty Yenisei near Krasnoyarsk, one of the largest river systems in the world.
West Siberian Plain
A unique landscape of wetlands and thousands of small lakes stretching to the horizon.
Northern Ural Ridge
A view of the more rugged and remote sections of the Ural range to the north.
The right side is ideal for travelers who prefer indirect light and cooler cabin temperatures. It offers superior views of the massive river systems of the Ob and Yenisei. If the flight is at night, the right side provides better views of the glowing city lights of Novosibirsk and Yekaterinburg as they appear to the north of the southern flight corridors.
Book Hotels in MoscowDistance: 4,728 km (2,938 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 34 min
Departure: HTA (52.026299, 113.306)
Arrival: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Route Type: Domestic
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