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IFO → KBP
Which side of the plane to sit from Ivano-Frankivsk International Airport (Ivano-Frankivsk) to Boryspil International Airport (Kiev)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the capital city, Kiev, including its iconic landmarks and the Dnieper River, while also providing excellent views of the rolling landscapes of Western Ukraine during the ascent.
Ivano-Frankivsk Panorama
Aerial view of the city center and the confluence of the Bystrytsia Solotvynska and Bystrytsia Nadvirnianska rivers shortly after takeoff.
Ternopil Landscapes
Glimpses of the historical Podolia region with its distinctive agricultural patchwork and scattered villages.
Kiev City Center
If the flight approaches from the west, you will see the golden domes of Pechersk Lavra and the Motherland Monument across the river.
Dnieper River Bend
A stunning view of the massive river dividing the Right Bank and Left Bank of Kiev as the aircraft aligns for landing.
For the best experience, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfectly lit views of the Kiev skyline. In winter, the snow-covered Podolian Upland looks particularly striking from this side.
Carpathian Horizon
Early in the flight, look south to see the receding peaks of the Ukrainian Carpathians on the horizon.
Dniester River
The winding path of the Dniester River can often be spotted to the south, cutting through the limestone plateaus.
Kaniv Reservoir
During the descent into KBP, the vast expanse of the Dnieper reservoirs south of the city becomes clearly visible.
Boryspil Approach
A great view of the airport infrastructure and surrounding pine forests as the plane turns for its final descent.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights as the setting sun illuminates the landscape to the south. Keep an eye out for the Dniester Canyon area shortly after departure, which is a significant geographic landmark. Be aware that glare can be strong on this side during midday.
Distance: 476 km (296 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 48 min
Departure: IFO (48.88420104980469, 24.68610000610352)
Arrival: KBP (50.34500122070313, 30.89469909667969)
Route Type: Domestic
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