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MIA → VKO
Which side of the plane to sit from Miami International Airport (Miami) to Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic geographic features of the North Atlantic, including the stunning Greenland ice sheet, the volcanic terrain of Iceland, and the intricate fjords of Norway.
Florida Space Coast
Clear views of Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center shortly after departure from Miami.
Greenland Ice Sheet
Massive glaciers and deep blue meltwater lakes visible as you cross the southern tip of the world's largest island.
Icelandic Highlands
A surreal landscape of volcanic craters, black sand deserts, and steaming geothermal fields if the route tracks north.
Norwegian Fjords
The jagged, snow-capped peaks and deep inlets of Norway's western coastline during the approach to Europe.
Baltic Archipelago
Thousands of tiny forested islands scattered across the Baltic Sea near the Swedish and Estonian coasts.
Sit on the left (port) side for the best lighting during the morning transit of the North Atlantic. This side avoids the direct glare of the sun while illuminating the ice caps of Greenland and the coastline of Scandinavia. Ensure a window seat well away from the wing for unobstructed views of the icebergs in the Labrador Sea.
Atlantic Sunrise
A spectacular mid-flight sunrise over the ocean, typically occurring as you approach the European continent.
Scottish Highlands
Distant views of the rugged green mountains and lochs of northern Scotland if on a more southerly track.
Baltic Shipping Lanes
Observation of heavy maritime traffic and cargo vessels navigating the narrow straits between Denmark and Germany.
Moscow City Approach
A panoramic view of the 'Seven Sisters' skyscrapers and the Moscow International Business Center during the final descent into Vnukovo.
The right side is ideal for those who enjoy watching the sunrise over the horizon. As you descend into Moscow, the right side often provides a clearer view of the city center's iconic architecture. Keep your window shade down during the middle of the flight to avoid the harsh glare of the rising sun reflecting off the clouds.
Distance: 9,218 km (5,728 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 hrs 51 min
Departure: MIA (25.79319953918457, -80.29060363769531)
Arrival: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Route Type: International
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