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KBP → IFO
Which side of the plane to sit from Boryspil International Airport (Kiev) to Ivano-Frankivsk International Airport (Ivano-Frankivsk)?
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.
Dnieper River Bend
Aerial views of the massive Dnieper river winding south of Kyiv immediately after takeoff from Boryspil.
Podillian Upland
The rolling hills and distinctive patchwork agricultural fields of central Ukraine's fertile black soil regions.
Carpathian Panorama
Breathtaking distant views of the Chornohora range, including Mount Hoverla, as the plane descends toward Ivano-Frankivsk.
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.
Kyiv Cityscape
A wide view of the capital's urban landscape and the Dnieper's right bank if the departure route banks west.
Zhytomyr Forests
Dense woodland stretches marking the transition into the southern edges of the Polissya forest zone.
Dniester Canyon
Dramatic and serpentine meanders of the Dniester River visible approximately 15-20 minutes before landing.
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.
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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