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MUC → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Munich Airport (Munich) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a spectacular view of the Bavarian Alps immediately after takeoff and typically provides a better angle for viewing the Moscow city skyline during the descent into Sheremetyevo.
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Bavarian Alps
Immediate views of the snow-capped Alpine foothills and lakes like Chiemsee if the aircraft departs towards the east.
Warsaw Skyline
A great vantage point for the Vistula River and the concentrated cluster of skyscrapers in the center of the Polish capital.
Moscow City District
During the approach to SVO from the south or west, you can often see the 'Moscow City' glass skyscrapers and the Kremlin in the distance.
Morning flights are ideal for this side to see the sun illuminating the Alps. Be alert during the final 20 minutes of the flight; if SVO is using a southern approach, the right side gets the most iconic views of the Russian capital's urban sprawl.
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Prague Panorama
Distant but clear views of the Vltava River and the historical spires of the Czech capital shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Bialowieza Forest
The northern edges of one of Europe's last remaining primeval forests, appearing as a deep green canopy stretching across the Polish-Belarusian border.
Minsk Northern Outskirts
Visuals of the organized urban layout and surrounding reservoirs of the Belarusian capital during the mid-flight phase.
Choose the left side for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. This side is also preferable if the flight path takes a more northerly route over the Baltic states, offering a chance to see the distant coastline in very clear conditions.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,927 km (1,197 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 34 min
Departure: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: International
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