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LWO → KBP
Which side of the plane to sit from Lviv International Airport (Lvov) to Boryspil International Airport (Kiev)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the sprawling Kyiv Reservoir (the Kyiv Sea) and the lush Polissya forests, providing a dramatic contrast as you approach the capital.
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Lviv Northern Outskirts
View the blend of historic architecture and modern residential blocks during takeoff.
Polissya Forest Belt
Expansive stretches of dense pine forests and mysterious wetlands across northern Ukraine.
Kyiv Reservoir
The massive 'Kyiv Sea' provides a stunning waterfront vista during the descent phase.
Obolon District
Modern high-rises and the riverside promenade of Kyiv's northern residential hub.
For the best visibility of the Kyiv Sea, choose a morning flight to avoid the glare of the western sun. During autumn, the Polissya forests turn vibrant shades of gold and orange, visible clearly from the north-facing windows.
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Lviv Old Town
Glimpse the UNESCO World Heritage site and High Castle Hill immediately after departure.
Podillia Plains
A beautiful patchwork of agricultural fields and rolling hills characteristic of the region.
Kyiv Pechersk Lavra
Spot the golden domes of the historic monastery complex if the flight path tracks south.
Dnieper Bridges
Aerial perspective of the iconic bridges connecting Kyiv's historic Right Bank and modern Left Bank.
The right side is ideal for capturing the sunset over the Ukrainian landscape on evening flights. If the aircraft lands from the south (Runway 36), this side offers the most direct view of the city's historic center and the Pechersk district.
Book Hotels in KievDistance: 498 km (309 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: LWO (49.8125, 23.95610046386719)
Arrival: KBP (50.34500122070313, 30.89469909667969)
Route Type: Domestic
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