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NUX → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Novy Urengoy Airport (Novy Urengoy) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides better lighting for photography when flying southwest during the day and offers superior views of the central Ural Mountains and the historic Volga River basin cities during the approach to Moscow.
Yamal Gas Fields
View the sprawling infrastructure of the Urengoy gas field, one of the largest in the world, marked by industrial flares and access roads cutting through the tundra.
Pur River Meanders
Spectacular views of the winding river systems and oxbow lakes that define the swampy landscape of the West Siberian Plain.
Central Ural Mountains
A birds-eye view of the ancient mountain range that serves as the natural border between Asia and Europe.
Volga River Loop
Observe the majestic Volga River as the flight enters European Russia, often passing near the historic city of Yaroslavl.
Moscow Outskirts
Dense suburban developments and the intricate highway networks leading into the Russian capital during the descent.
On morning flights, the sun will be behind you or directly above, providing excellent visibility of the terrain. Look for the distinct transition from the flat Siberian marshlands to the rugged terrain of the Urals roughly 1.5 hours into the flight. In winter, the frozen rivers create striking geometric patterns.
Arctic Horizon
On clear days, views extend north toward the Kara Sea and the remote Gydan Peninsula wilderness.
Komi Virgin Forests
Fly over the vast, untouched taiga of the Komi Republic, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its deep green canopy.
Northern Ural Peaks
Views of the more remote, jagged northern peaks of the Urals, often snow-covered well into late spring.
Pechora River
A glimpse of one of the longest rivers in Northern Russia, winding through the dense boreal forests.
This side is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the northern horizon. During winter months, keep your eyes peeled for the Aurora Borealis if flying at night. Sit behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the vast, sparsely populated northern landscape.
Distance: 2,334 km (1,450 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 7 min
Departure: NUX (66.06939697265625, 76.52030181884766)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: Domestic
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