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LHR → DME
Which side of the plane to sit from London Heathrow Airport (London) to Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the London skyline during departure and the intricate coastal geography of the Netherlands, all while benefiting from more favorable lighting conditions when flying eastward.
Central London Skyline
Unrivaled views of the Thames, The Shard, and the City of London financial district shortly after takeoff from Heathrow.
Dutch Delta Works
The complex network of dikes, islands, and engineering marvels of the Zeeland province and the Port of Rotterdam.
Hamburg and the Elbe
A distant look at Germany's largest port city and the winding Elbe river leading to the North Sea.
Minsk City Center
The planned urban layout of the Belarusian capital is often visible as the flight traverses towards the Russian border.
Moscow Business District
The futuristic 'Moscow City' skyscraper cluster often appears on the left horizon during the final descent into Domodedovo.
For the best experience, choose a seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. On morning flights, the left side avoids direct glare, making it much easier to spot the Frisian Islands and the North German Plain. Keep your camera ready within the first 10 minutes for the London city loop.
White Cliffs of Dover
The iconic chalk cliffs of the Kent coastline are a major highlight during the initial climb-out over the English Channel.
The Ruhr Area
A bird's-eye view of Germany's industrial heartland, characterized by dense urban interconnectedness.
Warsaw and the Vistula
The flight path often passes south of the Polish capital, offering views of the Vistula River and the Palace of Culture and Science.
Western Russian Steppe
A beautiful patchwork of agricultural fields and traditional Russian dachas as the plane approaches the Moscow region.
The right side offers excellent views of the English coast, but be prepared for high-contrast lighting as you will be facing south. On winter flights, this side may experience a dramatic, low-angled sunset over the Polish and Belarusian landscapes. Use a polarized filter for photos to cut through the atmospheric haze over Central Europe.
Distance: 2,545 km (1,581 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 24 min
Departure: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Arrival: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Route Type: International
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