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Which side of the plane to sit from Begishevo Airport (Nizhnekamsk) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the majestic Volga River's northern bends and provides a better perspective of the historic towns along the route and the final approach into Sheremetyevo.
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Kama and Volga Confluence
See the spectacular meeting point of two of Russia's mightiest rivers shortly after departure.
Yelabuga Historic Center
Look down to see the ancient 'Devil's Mound' tower and the merchant-era architecture of this historic town.
Nizhny Novgorod Bridges
Observe where the Oka meets the Volga, marked by the distinctive bridges and the stadium of Nizhny Novgorod.
Meshchera Lowlands
The route passes over dense forest belts and wetlands typical of the Central Russian landscape.
SVO Terminal View
As the plane banks for landing, get an aerial view of the Sheremetyevo airport complex and its runways.
The right side is generally better for river photography as it faces north, avoiding direct sunlight for most of the flight. Watch for the 'Strelka' in Nizhny Novgorod about halfway through the journey. During winter, the frozen Volga creates stunning geometric patterns best viewed from this side.
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Nizhnekamsk Industrial Complex
Immediately after takeoff, view the massive scale of one of Russia's largest petrochemical hubs.
Kazan Skyline
On a clear day, look south to spot the white walls of the Kazan Kremlin and the Qolsharif Mosque.
Cheboksary Reservoir
Witness the expansive water surface of the Volga where it widens significantly near Novocheboksarsk.
Moscow City Skyscrapers
During the southern approach patterns, the distinct glass towers of the business district are visible in the distance.
Sit on the left for the best views of the industrial scale of Tatarstan. For evening flights, this side catches the warm glow of the setting sun across the Russian plains, though glare can be an issue. If the plane circles south of Moscow, this side offers a glimpse of the city's vast urban sprawl.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 918 km (570 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: NBC (55.56470108032226, 52.09249877929688)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: Domestic
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