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KRK → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Kraków John Paul II International Airport (Krakow) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a superior view of the Polish landscape, the city of Minsk if the route passes Belarus, and a more favorable angle for the Moscow skyline during the standard approach to Sheremetyevo.
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Vistula River
Following the winding path of Poland's longest river shortly after takeoff from Kraków.
Lublin Uplands
Geometric patterns of the strip-field farming characteristic of eastern Poland.
Minsk City
A clear view of the Belarusian capital's broad avenues and Stalinist Empire style architecture.
Dnieper River
Crossing the upper reaches of the Dnieper near the historic city of Smolensk.
Moscow City District
Stunning views of the Federation Tower and the Moscow International Business Center skyscrapers during the southern arrival loop.
The right side is ideal for capturing the sunset over the Russian plains on evening flights. On the approach to SVO, the aircraft often performs a wide U-turn from the south, giving right-side passengers a panoramic view of the Moscow city center and the Kremlin in the distance.
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Warsaw Panorama
Distant views of the Polish capital's growing skyline and the National Stadium.
Białowieża Forest
The vast, dark expanse of one of Europe's last and largest remaining parts of the primeval forest.
Narew River
Watching the intricate, braided patterns of the Narew river system near the border.
Rzhev Memorial
The massive Soviet Soldier monument visible in the Russian countryside on the northern approach.
Zelenograd Greenery
The planned 'Green City' layout just before entering the final descent into SVO.
Choose this side for softer morning light when flying eastward to avoid direct sun glare. It is better for seeing the lakelands of northern Poland and the densely forested regions of the Russian borderlands.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,344 km (835 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 48 min
Departure: KRK (50.077702, 19.7848)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: International
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