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ROV → KBP
Which side of the plane to sit from Platov International Airport (Rostov) to Boryspil International Airport (Kiev)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for witnessing the dramatic transition from the Don River delta to the massive industrial landscapes of eastern Ukraine and the winding Dnieper river system.
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Don River Delta
Intricate network of waterways and marshlands where the Don meets the Sea of Azov shortly after departure.
Industrial Heartland
A unique aerial perspective of the vast mining complexes and steel factories that define the Donbass region.
Dnieper River Crossing
A stunning view of Ukraine's largest river as the aircraft heads towards central Ukraine.
Kaniv Reservoir
The expansive, blue waters of this major reservoir provide a beautiful contrast to the surrounding farmland before descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare while seeing the glimmer of the Sea of Azov. During the final descent, look for the intricate patterns of the Dnieper islands south of Kiev.
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Chernozem Steppes
The famous fertile black soil of Ukraine creates a patchwork quilt of agricultural fields stretching to the horizon.
Poltava Woodlands
Charming clusters of forest and small river valleys characteristic of the central Ukrainian landscape.
Kiev Outskirts
Dense urban expansion and residential districts of the capital's northern and eastern suburbs.
Boryspil Pine Forests
The lush pine forests surrounding the airport provide a scenic green backdrop during the final approach.
The right side is excellent for evening flights to catch the sunset over the vast Ukrainian plains. On certain approach patterns, you may catch a glimpse of the northern Kiev skyline and the Dnieper's northern reach.
Book Hotels in KievDistance: 731 km (454 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 13 min
Departure: ROV (47.493888, 39.924722)
Arrival: KBP (50.34500122070313, 30.89469909667969)
Route Type: International
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