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MMK → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Murmansk Airport (Murmansk) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers spectacular views of the White Sea coastline and the massive scale of Lake Onega and the Rybinsk Reservoir.
White Sea Coast
Stunning views of the Kandalaksha Gulf and the rugged, indented coastline of the Kola Peninsula shortly after departure.
Lake Onega
One of Europe's largest freshwater bodies, featuring thousands of tiny islands and the famous Zaonezhye Peninsula.
Rybinsk Reservoir
An enormous man-made sea on the Volga River, signaling the entry into the heart of Central Russia.
Volga River
Clear views of Russia's national river as it winds through the Tver and Yaroslavl regions during the descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sunrise over the White Sea. During winter, look for the 'ice road' patterns and frozen surfaces of the northern lakes. Keep your camera ready about 40 minutes into the flight for the best lake vistas.
Khibiny Mountains
The highest mountain range of the Kola Peninsula, appearing as rugged, flat-topped massifs shortly after takeoff.
Karelian Taiga
An endless tapestry of deep green coniferous forests dotted with silver glacial lakes and winding streams.
Petrozavodsk
The capital of Karelia can often be spotted on the western shore of Lake Onega in the distance.
Moscow Suburbs
Detailed views of the dense forest belts and upscale dacha settlements north of Sheremetyevo during final approach.
Choose the right side for afternoon flights to avoid direct glare. The Khibiny Mountains are visible very quickly after departure from MMK, so don't wait to look out the window. This side is also excellent for spotting the Aurora Borealis on night flights during winter months.
Distance: 1,443 km (897 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 55 min
Departure: MMK (68.78170013427734, 32.75080108642578)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: Domestic
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