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KBP → ZRH
Which side of the plane to sit from Boryspil International Airport (Kiev) to Zürich Airport (Zurich)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic mountain ranges in Europe, including the Carpathians and a spectacular approach over the Alps.
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Ukrainian Carpathians
View the lush green peaks and deep valleys of the Carpathian range in Western Ukraine shortly after takeoff.
High Tatras
Catch the sharp, jagged granite peaks marking the border between Poland and Slovakia.
Vienna & Danube
Look for the winding Danube River and the sprawling urban layout of the Austrian capital.
Austrian Alps
Dramatic snow-capped ridges of the Northern Limestone Alps become visible as you enter Swiss airspace.
Lake Zurich
On final descent, enjoy sweeping views of the long, narrow lake and the surrounding Swiss plateau.
The left side (A-seats) is superior for mountain lovers. During afternoon flights, the sun will be on this side, so bring sunglasses for the glare reflecting off the Alpine snow. In the winter, the snow cover on the High Tatras is particularly striking.
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Volyn Upland
Vast stretches of agricultural land and dense forests characteristic of the Eastern European plains.
Krakow Region
Glimpses of Southern Poland's historic landscapes and the industrial heartland near Katowice.
Bavarian Foothills
Rolling hills and structured farmland as the flight passes north of Munich, Germany.
Lake Constance
The massive 'Bodensee' lake where the borders of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland meet.
Black Forest
The dense, dark evergreen canopy of the Schwarzwald is often visible to the northwest during the descent.
Choose the right side (F-seats) for softer lighting and better photography conditions, as you will be facing north away from the sun. This side offers an excellent view of Lake Constance if the flight path follows the typical northern arrival route into Zurich.
Book Hotels in ZurichDistance: 1,658 km (1,030 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 13 min
Departure: KBP (50.34500122070313, 30.89469909667969)
Arrival: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Route Type: International
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