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MSQ → SVX
Which side of the plane to sit from Minsk National Airport (Minsk 2) to Koltsovo Airport (Yekaterinburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of major Russian urban centers and the dramatic confluence of the Volga and Kama rivers, especially during the descent into the Ural region.
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Moscow Skyline
On a clear day, the distant towers of the Moscow International Business Center and the 'Seven Sisters' can be spotted to the south.
Volga-Kama Confluence
One of the most impressive geographic sights in Russia where two of Europe's longest rivers merge near Kazan.
Kazan Cityscape
The white walls of the Kazan Kremlin and the modern sports arenas of the Tatarstan capital are visible mid-flight.
Yekaterinburg Skyline
During the final approach into Koltsovo, the dense cluster of skyscrapers in Russia's fourth-largest city dominates the view.
The right side is ideal for catching the sunset on late afternoon flights heading east. Keep your camera ready about 90 minutes into the flight for the river crossings. Note that Yekaterinburg's city center is usually most visible if the aircraft approaches SVX from the west.
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Berezinsky Biosphere
Expansive views of pristine Belarusian wetlands and dense forests shortly after departure from Minsk.
Smolensk
The historic city on the banks of the Dnieper River is visible as the flight crosses into Russian airspace.
Gorky Reservoir
A massive man-made sea on the Volga River, providing a stark blue contrast to the surrounding green plains.
Ural Foothills
The gradual transition from the Eastern European Plain to the ancient, rolling ridges of the Central Urals.
Choose this side for softer lighting during morning flights, as you will be facing north. It provides a better perspective of the vast northern taiga forests. During winter, look for the intricate patterns of frozen tributaries feeding the Volga.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 2,078 km (1,291 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 46 min
Departure: MSQ (53.882499694824, 28.030700683594)
Arrival: SVX (56.743099212646, 60.802700042725)
Route Type: International
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