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Our Recommendation
7.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers the most dramatic views of the Carpathian mountain range during the final phase of the flight and better lighting for photography on south-westbound routes.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Dnieper River Bend

Aerial views of the massive Dnieper river winding south of Kyiv immediately after takeoff from Boryspil.

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Podillian Upland

The rolling hills and distinctive patchwork agricultural fields of central Ukraine's fertile black soil regions.

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Carpathian Panorama

Breathtaking distant views of the Chornohora range, including Mount Hoverla, as the plane descends toward Ivano-Frankivsk.

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Bystrytsia Valleys

The scenic convergence of the two Bystrytsia rivers flowing through the green foothills of the western region.

Book a window seat behind the wing to capture the Carpathian skyline without obstruction. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the mountains, as the sun is positioned behind the aircraft. Keep an eye out for the Dnieper's silver ribbon about 5 minutes after wheels-up.

Right Side Highlights
6.8
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Kyiv Cityscape

A wide view of the capital's urban landscape and the Dnieper's right bank if the departure route banks west.

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Zhytomyr Forests

Dense woodland stretches marking the transition into the southern edges of the Polissya forest zone.

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Dniester Canyon

Dramatic and serpentine meanders of the Dniester River visible approximately 15-20 minutes before landing.

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Ivano-Frankivsk Center

Direct views of the historic city core and its central squares if the wind requires an approach from the north.

The right side is ideal for seeing the Dniester River's unique canyon formations. Avoid late afternoon flights if you sit here, as the sun can be quite intense and cause significant glare on the window. During descent, look for the industrial architecture on the outskirts of the destination city.

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Route Information

Distance: 476 km (296 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 48 min

Departure: KBP (50.34500122070313, 30.89469909667969)

Arrival: IFO (48.88420104980469, 24.68610000610352)

Route Type: Domestic

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