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HTA → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Chita-Kadala Airport (Chita) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is ideal for this westbound journey because it faces north, minimizing direct sun glare and providing consistent lighting for viewing the vast Siberian wilderness, the massive northern river systems, and the rugged Ural Mountains.
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Siberian Taiga
Endless stretches of pristine boreal forest that dominate the landscape for hours.
Yenisei River
A spectacular crossing of one of the world's most powerful river systems near Krasnoyarsk.
Ob River Floodplains
Intricate patterns of wetlands and meandering tributaries near the city of Surgut.
Ural Mountains
The ancient, weathered peaks marking the geographic border between Asia and Europe.
Kama River
The wide, blue expanse of the Kama Reservoir near Perm, often dotted with cargo ships.
The right side offers the best photographic conditions with the sun behind the plane. Watch for the dramatic change in terrain as you leave the West Siberian Plain and cross the Urals. In winter, the frozen river patterns are particularly mesmerizing from this side.
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Lake Baikal
A stunning view of the southern tip of the world's deepest lake shortly after departure.
Novosibirsk
The sprawling urban center of Siberia's largest city and its industrial outskirts.
Trans-Siberian Railway
Occasional glimpses of the world's longest railway line snaking through the landscape.
Volga River
The majestic crossing of Russia's national river as you approach the European heartland.
Moscow Suburbs
Dense residential clusters and dacha communities surrounding the capital.
While the left side offers the best view of Lake Baikal's southern basin, be prepared for significant sun glare during this westbound flight, especially in the afternoon. Use a polarizer on your camera if possible to cut through the haze over the industrial cities of the Urals.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 4,726 km (2,937 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 34 min
Departure: HTA (52.026299, 113.306)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: Domestic
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