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KBP → SIP
Which side of the plane to sit from Boryspil International Airport (Kiev) to Simferopol International Airport (Simferopol)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Dnieper River's winding course, the historic Kiev skyline immediately after takeoff, and the dramatic transition across the Perekop Isthmus into the Crimean Peninsula.
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Kiev Panorama
Breathtaking views of the golden domes of the Pechersk Lavra and the Motherland Monument after takeoff.
Dnieper River Valley
Follow the central artery of Ukraine with its massive reservoirs and hydroelectric power stations.
Perekop Isthmus
The narrow strategic land bridge connecting the Crimean Peninsula to mainland Ukraine.
Crimean Foothills
As you descend into Simferopol, the rising peaks of the Crimean Mountains appear on the southern horizon.
The right side is best for morning flights to avoid the glare of the sun. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff from KBP to capture the Kiev city center. During descent, look for the unique pink-hued lakes near the northern Crimean border.
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Cherkasy Dam
A view of the longest dam in Ukraine spanning the vast Kremenchuk Reservoir.
Sea of Azov
On clear days, the shimmering horizon of the world's shallowest sea is visible to the east.
Sivash Lagoons
The 'Rotten Sea' displays a unique patchwork of shallow, multicolored salt lagoons near the Crimean border.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to benefit from the sun lighting up the salt marshes of Sivash. Watch for the massive industrial complexes of the Dnieper's left bank as you fly south.
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Get eSIMs for UkraineDistance: 632 km (393 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 3 min
Departure: KBP (50.34500122070313, 30.89469909667969)
Arrival: SIP (45.05220031738281, 33.975101470947266)
Route Type: Domestic
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