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LCA β DME
Which side of the plane to sit from Larnaca International Airport (Larnaca) to Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the rugged Taurus Mountains in Turkey and the winding Don River, with the potential for distant views of the Caucasus range.
Famagusta Bay
Aerial view of the eastern coastline of Cyprus and the historic abandoned district of Varosha.
Taurus Mountains
Stunning snow-capped peaks that rise abruptly from the Turkish coast near the Gulf of Iskenderun.
Greater Caucasus
On very clear days, the distant high peaks of the Caucasus, including Mount Elbrus, can be seen across the Black Sea.
Don River
The intricate, snake-like bends of one of Russia's major rivers as it flows through the fertile southern plains.
Oka River Basin
Dense temperate forests and meandering tributaries as the aircraft begins its final descent into Moscow.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to see the sun illuminating the Taurus peaks. Keep your camera ready as you cross into Russian airspace for the detailed textures of the Don River delta and the surrounding steppes.
Kyrenia Mountains
Dramatic limestone ridges of Northern Cyprus visible shortly after departure from Larnaca.
Anatolian Plateau
The vast, high-altitude interior of Turkey featuring unique geological folds and arid landscapes.
Tuz GΓΆlΓΌ
One of the world's largest hypersaline lakes, appearing as a massive brilliant white patch in Central Turkey.
Pontic Mountains
Densely forested green mountain ranges that separate the Anatolian plateau from the Black Sea coast.
Voronezh City
A major Russian city and its large reservoir visible as the flight enters the Central Russian Upland.
Sit on the left for the best view of the salt flats in Turkey during midday flights when the sun is high. In winter, this side provides excellent views of the frozen Russian landscape and geometric agricultural patterns.
Distance: 2,307 km (1,434 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 5 min
Departure: LCA (34.875099182128906, 33.62490081787109)
Arrival: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Route Type: International
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