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LWO → VKO
Which side of the plane to sit from Lviv International Airport (Lvov) to Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the majestic Dnieper River and the expansive Kyiv Reservoir, followed by the rolling forests of the Central Russian Upland and a potential glimpse of the Moscow skyline during the final approach into Vnukovo.
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Kyiv Outskirts
Distant views of the golden-domed churches and the sprawling urban layout of the Ukrainian capital.
Kyiv Reservoir
The massive 'Kyiv Sea,' a significant widening of the Dnieper River visible for several minutes.
Central Russian Upland
The gently rolling hills and ravines that characterize the geography south of the Moscow region.
Moscow City Silhouette
On the final approach to VKO, the distant skyscrapers of Moscow City and the Ostankino Tower are often visible.
Sit on the right side for sunset flights to witness the orange glow reflecting off the Dnieper River. As you descend into Vnukovo, the right side typically provides a better view of Moscow's southwestern suburbs and the expansive MKAD ring road. Seasonal Tip: In winter, the frozen Kyiv Reservoir creates a stunning, vast white geometric pattern from above.
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Polesie Lowlands
Vast, emerald-green wetlands and marshy forests stretching toward the Belarusian border.
Desna River Curves
The intricate, winding silver ribbons of the Desna River as it meanders through the northern plains.
Bryansk Forest
One of the largest forested areas in European Russia, appearing as a dense, dark green canopy.
Obninsk Science City
View of the historic industrial landscape near the site of the world's first civil nuclear power station.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. Keep a lookout for the distinct change in landscape as the plane transitions from the agricultural fields of Western Ukraine to the dense, marshy woodlands of the north. Use a polarizing filter for photos to capture the deep blues of the Desna River.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,100 km (684 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: LWO (49.8125, 23.95610046386719)
Arrival: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Route Type: International
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