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NYM → DME
Which side of the plane to sit from Nadym Airport (Nadym) to Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the vast Rybinsk Reservoir and a better chance to see the Moscow skyline during the descent into Domodedovo, along with expansive views of the northern taiga.
Yamal Tundra
A stark, beautiful landscape of permafrost and countless small lakes in the Arctic Circle region.
Endless Taiga
Miles of untouched coniferous forests that characterize the transition from the Arctic to central Russia.
Rybinsk Reservoir
A massive body of water often referred to as the 'Rybinsk Sea' due to its immense surface area.
Sergiyev Posad
Potential views of the Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, a major spiritual center of the Russian Orthodox Church.
Moscow City View
As the plane turns for the final approach to DME, the skyscrapers of Moscow's business district are often visible.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the northern landscape. Keep your camera ready as you pass the Rybinsk Reservoir, as the reflection of the sky on the water is often spectacular.
Nadym River Meanders
Intricate patterns of the Nadym River and its surrounding wetlands immediately after takeoff.
Northern Ural Horizon
On clear days, the distant silhouettes of the Northern Ural Mountains are visible to the far east.
Pechora Basin
Aerial perspective of the dense Siberian forests and the winding tributaries of the Pechora river system.
Volga River Bend
Crossing the mighty Volga River near the historic Golden Ring cities of Yaroslavl and Kostroma.
Moscow's Eastern Perimeter
Dense suburban landscapes and forest parks as the aircraft enters the Moscow terminal area.
Sit on the left for morning flights to enjoy the soft sunrise light illuminating the forest canopy. This side is also better for spotting the Ural mountain range silhouettes if the flight path is shifted slightly east.
Distance: 2,172 km (1,350 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 54 min
Departure: NYM (65.48090362548828, 72.69889831542969)
Arrival: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Route Type: Domestic
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