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MSQ → KUF
Which side of the plane to sit from Minsk National Airport (Minsk 2) to Kurumoch International Airport (Samara)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Samara Bend and the Zhiguli Mountains during the final descent into Kurumoch, along with expansive views of the Central Russian Upland and the Sura River.
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Central Russian Upland
Undulating terrain and the transition from forest-steppe to open agricultural landscapes.
Tula Region Fields
A patchwork of large-scale agricultural fields that change colors dramatically with the seasons.
Sura River Meanders
Striking views of the Sura River winding through the Penza region with its sandy banks.
Zhiguli Mountains
Ancient limestone hills that rise sharply from the Volga, visible during the descent into Samara.
Samara Bend
The spectacular 180-degree turn of the Volga River, one of Russia's most iconic geographic features.
The right side is essential for viewing the 'Samarskaya Luka' (Samara Bend) and the Zhiguli Mountains during the descent into Kurumoch. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting as the sun illuminates the limestone cliffs. Keep an eye out for the massive Kuybyshev Reservoir, which looks like an inland sea just before landing.
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Minsk-2 Reservoir
Dense Belarusian forests and water bodies surrounding the capital shortly after takeoff.
Smolensk Landscape
Rolling hills and the Dnieper River valley as the flight crosses into Russian territory.
Moscow Distance View
Distant glimpses of the Moscow metropolitan skyline to the north on clear days.
Oka River Basin
The wide meandering floodplains of the Oka River near Ryazan offer silver-blue reflections.
Sit on the left for potential distant glimpses of the Moscow metropolitan sprawl to the north. Night flights are particularly rewarding on this side as you can see the massive cluster of city lights from the capital. For morning flights, this side provides softer lighting without the direct southern glare.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,452 km (902 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 56 min
Departure: MSQ (53.882499694824, 28.030700683594)
Arrival: KUF (53.504901885986, 50.16429901123)
Route Type: International
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