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NCE → MSQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport (Nice) to Minsk National Airport (Minsk 2)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an exceptional perspective of the French and Swiss Alps, Lake Constance, and direct views of central European capitals like Prague and Warsaw during the cruise phase.
Nice Coastline
Immediate views of the Promenade des Anglais and the red rooftops of Old Nice during the initial climb.
Mercantour National Park
Dramatic ascent over the rugged peaks of the southern French Alps shortly after takeoff.
Lake Constance (Bodensee)
The massive tri-border lake shared by Germany, Switzerland, and Austria is often visible mid-flight.
Prague Cityscape
On clear paths, the Vltava River and the dense historical architecture of the Czech capital appear below.
Warsaw Skyline
As the flight crosses Poland, the Vistula River and the modern skyscrapers of Warsaw come into view.
Sit in front of the wing for unobstructed views of the Alpine glaciers. For late afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you, providing perfect lighting for photography of the mountain ranges and European cities.
Mediterranean Horizon
Stunning views of the azure sea and the Esterel coastline if the plane performs a southern departure loop.
High Swiss Alps
Glimpses of the Monte Rosa massif and the highest glaciated peaks of Switzerland to the south of the flight path.
Bavarian Forest
Dense green canopies and rolling hills along the border of Germany and the Czech Republic.
Krakow Region
Distant views of southern Poland's historical regions and the potential silhouette of the Tatra Mountains.
Belarusian Highlands
The landscape shifts to a patchwork of deep forests and agricultural fields during the descent into Minsk.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct glare. Watch the ground closely during the final 20 minutes of flight for the 'Minsk Sea' (Zaslawskaye Reservoir) just before landing at MSQ.
Distance: 1,891 km (1,175 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 31 min
Departure: NCE (43.658401489300005, 7.215869903560001)
Arrival: MSQ (53.882499694824, 28.030700683594)
Route Type: International
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