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NYM → VKO
Which side of the plane to sit from Nadym Airport (Nadym) to Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the high peaks of the Polar Ural Mountains and is generally favored for seeing the Moscow skyline, including the 'Moscow City' skyscrapers, during the standard arrival sequence into Vnukovo.
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Nadym River Valley
A close-up view of the Nadym River's braided channels shortly after departure.
Polar Ural Mountains
Spectacular views of the rugged, snow-capped peaks where Europe and Asia meet, approximately 45 minutes into the flight.
Virgin Komi Forests
Fly over the edge of this UNESCO World Heritage site, the largest northern forest area in Europe.
Moscow City Skyline
On clear days, the skyscrapers of the International Business Center and the Ostankino Tower are visible during the descent.
Vnukovo Approach
The right side typically faces the terminal buildings and aircraft parking areas when landing on Runway 06/24.
The right side is the 'money' side for this route. To maximize the experience, choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. The Ural Mountain crossing is the highlight—ensure you are looking out about 40-60 minutes after departure. In winter, the contrast between the white tundra and the dark northern rivers is stunning.
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West Siberian Tundra
Endless patterns of wetlands, lakes, and permafrost features immediately after takeoff from Nadym.
The Mighty Ob River
Cross the massive Ob River valley, one of the longest river systems in the world, showing intricate floodplains.
Subpolar Ural Peaks
Views of the southern portion of the Ural range, featuring Mount Narodnaya, the highest point in the Urals.
Sukhona River Meanders
Complex oxbow lakes and winding river paths as the flight traverses the Vologda region.
Southern Taiga
Densely forested landscapes of the European North that transition into the agricultural outskirts of Moscow.
Sit on the left if you want a better angle of the sun during morning flights (though it may be bright). It provides a great perspective of the vast Siberian wetlands and the Subpolar Ural foothills. During the descent, keep an eye out for the expansive forests of the Moscow region's 'Green Belt'.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 2,186 km (1,358 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 55 min
Departure: NYM (65.48090362548828, 72.69889831542969)
Arrival: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Route Type: Domestic
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