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KVK → DME
Which side of the plane to sit from Kirovsk-Apatity Airport (Apatity) to Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most immediate and dramatic views of the Khibiny Mountains after takeoff and typically provides a better perspective of the Moscow skyline during the descent into Domodedovo.
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Khibiny Peaks
Spectacular close-up views of the rocky tundra mountains immediately after departing KVK.
Kandalaksha Gulf
The westernmost part of the White Sea featuring rugged coastlines and deep blue waters.
Kola Highway
The lonely M-18 highway carving through the wilderness, visible for long stretches in the North.
Volga River
Crossing Russia's most iconic waterway near Rybinsk or Uglich during the descent.
Moscow Cityscape
Panoramic views of the capital's skyscrapers and the Kremlin during the approach to DME.
DME Approach
Aerial views of the southern Moscow suburbs and the vast airport infrastructure upon landing.
Sit on the right for the most dramatic mountain views during the steep climb out of Apatity. During winter, look for the 'Northern Lights' if flying at night. On arrival, the right side frequently offers a clear view of the Moscow International Business Center (Moscow City) during the standard arrival patterns into Domodedovo.
Book Hotels in MoscowKhibiny Massif
The ancient, flat-topped mountains of the Kola Peninsula visible during the initial ascent.
Lake Imandra
Expansive views of the largest lake in the Murmansk region with its numerous islands.
White Sea Horizon
Glances of the Onega Bay and the remote coastline of the Russian North to the East.
Karelian Taiga
Vast, untouched coniferous forests stretching across the Vologda and Arkhangelsk regions.
Lake Onega
The second largest lake in Europe can be spotted mid-flight depending on the specific air corridor.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Arctic wilderness. It is also the preferred side to see the transition from tundra to dense forest as you move south towards the Vologda region.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,359 km (844 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 49 min
Departure: KVK (67.46330261230469, 33.58829879760742)
Arrival: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Route Type: Domestic
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