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PEK → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Capital International Airport (Beijing) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most iconic views of Lake Baikal and the vast Siberian wilderness, benefiting from softer northern lighting that avoids the harsh glare of the southern sun during this westbound journey.
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Gobi Desert Edge
The stark and beautiful transition from the green mountains of China to the arid northern desert.
Lake Baikal
The primary highlight of the route, offering a massive, deep blue expanse that stays in view for several minutes.
Angara River
The crystal-clear river flowing out of Baikal, visible as it snakes through the Siberian forest near Irkutsk.
Siberian Taiga
An unbroken carpet of dense coniferous forest stretching toward the Arctic horizon.
Ob River Basin
One of the world's great river systems, featuring massive floodplains and complex meanders.
Northern Urals
View of the remote and more rugged northern sections of the transcontinental mountain range.
The best view of Lake Baikal typically occurs approximately 2.5 to 3 hours after departure; keep your camera ready for this window. Because you are facing north, the lighting is ideal for photography without lens flare. In winter, the Lake Baikal ice is often visible with massive cracks and turquoise hues even from high altitudes.
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Yan Mountains
Dramatic peaks and rugged terrain immediately visible north of Beijing during the initial climb.
Mongolian Steppe
Endless horizons of rolling grasslands and remote nomadic landscapes as you cross into Mongolia.
Sayan Mountains
Stunning snow-capped peaks visible to the south while cruising over the Siberian borderlands.
Southern Urals
The ancient, weathered mountain range marking the geographical transition from Asia into Europe.
Volga River
Russia's most famous waterway winding through the landscape during the descent toward Moscow.
Expect significant sun glare throughout the flight as you are facing south; keep your window shade partially lowered to protect your eyes. Early in the flight, look closely at the mountain ridges for glimpses of the Great Wall of China. During winter months, the frozen river patterns near the Ural Mountains create intricate white labyrinths.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 5,795 km (3,601 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 49 min
Departure: PEK (40.0801010131836, 116.58499908447266)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: International
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