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ODS → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Odessa International Airport (Odessa) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the initial departure over the Black Sea coastline and typically provides better views of the Moscow urban sprawl and skyline during the arrival sequence into Sheremetyevo.
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Odessa Gulf
A stunning panoramic view of the Port of Odessa and the Black Sea coastline immediately after takeoff.
Southern Steppes
Vast, colorful agricultural mosaics stretching toward the Azov Sea region.
Kharkiv Skyline
The distant urban grid and industrial centers of eastern Ukraine's largest city.
Moscow City District
The cluster of modern skyscrapers in the Moscow International Business Center is often visible during the descent.
SVO Airfield
A detailed view of the extensive runway systems and Terminal C/D complexes during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the sea. During the descent into SVO, keep your camera ready as the aircraft often banks, providing a clear view of Moscow's distinctive high-rise architecture.
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Dnieper River Basin
Excellent views of the winding river systems and fertile floodplains of central Ukraine.
Chernozem Fields
The famous 'black earth' agricultural regions appearing as a vast, dark patchwork from above.
Kyiv Distant View
On clear days, the western horizon may reveal the sprawling outskirts of the Ukrainian capital.
Bryansk Forests
Dense woodland areas marking the transition into the Russian central plateau.
Opt for the left side on late afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the vast plains. It is also the better side for observing the river systems of the Dnieper if the aircraft follows a more westerly airway.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,159 km (720 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 33 min
Departure: ODS (46.42679977416992, 30.67650032043457)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: International
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