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SGC → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Surgut Airport (Surgut) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the best lighting for photography when flying west and provides a superior view of the Ob River's expansive floodplains and the transition over the Ural Mountains.
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The Ob River
Spectacular views of one of the world's longest rivers and its complex network of tributaries immediately after departing Surgut.
Middle Ural Mountains
A clear view of the mountain range that separates Asia from Europe, featuring rugged terrain and dense forest cover.
Kama River & Perm
Views of the massive Kama River reservoir and the industrial sprawl of Perm as you enter European Russia.
Siberian Taiga
Endless stretches of pristine coniferous forests that change colors dramatically with the seasons.
Moscow Skyline
On many arrival paths into Sheremetyevo, this side offers a distant view of Moscow's skyscrapers, including Federation Tower.
Choose a seat behind the wing to avoid engine heat haze. For daytime flights, the sun remains to the south, providing side-lighting that highlights the texture of the Ural Mountains. During winter, the frozen Ob River creates stunning geometric patterns visible shortly after takeoff.
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West Siberian Wetlands
Aerial perspective of the vast, marshy lowlands of the Tyumen region, dotted with thousands of small lakes.
North Ural Vistas
Distant views of the more remote and snow-capped northern sections of the Ural mountain range.
Upper Volga River
Crossing the legendary Volga River near the historic cities of the Golden Ring before the final descent.
Klyazma Reservoirs
Excellent views of the large reservoirs north of Moscow, often used for recreation, during the final minutes of flight.
This side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. As you approach SVO, look for the 'Sheremetyevo Woods' and the intricate layout of the airport's three runways which are often clearly visible from this side during the final turn.
Book Hotels in MoscowDistance: 2,135 km (1,327 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 51 min
Departure: SGC (61.34370040893555, 73.40180206298828)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: Domestic
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