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ROV → SVX
Which side of the plane to sit from Platov International Airport (Rostov) to Koltsovo Airport (Yekaterinburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the Volga River's Samara Bend and the striking transition from the Russian Steppe to the ancient Ural Mountains.
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Volga-Don Canal
The historic engineering marvel connecting the two great rivers is often visible in the first 15 minutes of flight.
Samara Bend
The dramatic Zhiguli Mountains where the Volga River makes a spectacular 180-degree loop near Samara.
Ufa Cityscape
The capital of Bashkortostan, uniquely situated on a high plateau between the Belaya and Ufa rivers.
Southern Ural Ridges
The ancient, weathered mountain range that marks the geographical border between Europe and Asia.
Yekaterinburg Approach
A view of the 'Urals capital' skyline, including the Iset River and the cluster of high-rise skyscrapers in the city center.
The right side is the clear winner for landmark spotting. Try to book a window seat away from the wing to fully capture the Samara Bend. For winter flights, the snow-covered Ural ridges are particularly photogenic under the midday sun.
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Don River Basin
Vast agricultural patchworks and the winding upper reaches of the Don River shortly after takeoff.
Voronezh Skyline
A distant view of the Voronezh Reservoir and the industrial layout of one of Russia's major central hubs.
Kama River Confluence
Broad, blue waterways and deep green wetlands as the flight path crosses northern river systems.
Taiga Transition
The gradual shift from mixed forest-steppe to the dense, dark coniferous forests of the northern Urals.
Sit on the left during late afternoon flights to avoid the harsh southern sun glare. The views are more subtle here, focusing on the vastness of the Russian plains and the intricate patterns of rural villages.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,746 km (1,085 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 20 min
Departure: ROV (47.493888, 39.924722)
Arrival: SVX (56.743099212646, 60.802700042725)
Route Type: Domestic
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