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SGN → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh City) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more dramatic geographical sequence, including the transition from Southeast Asian tropics to the towering Tian Shan peaks and the symbolic crossing of the Ural Mountains into Europe.
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Ho Chi Minh City Skyline
Aerial views of the winding Saigon River and the dense urban sprawl of District 1 immediately after takeoff.
Tian Shan Mountains
Spectacular snow-capped peaks of the 'Celestial Mountains' along the border of China and Kyrgyzstan.
Kyzylkum Desert
Vast stretches of red sand and arid landscapes across Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.
Ural Mountains
The ancient mountain range that serves as the natural boundary between the Asian and European continents.
Volga River
The majestic curves of Europe's longest river as the flight enters the Russian heartland toward Moscow.
Sit on the left for the best mountain photography; the sunlight usually hits the Tian Shan range perfectly during daytime flights. In winter, the contrast between the Central Asian deserts and the snow-covered Urals is stunning. Ensure you have a window clear of the wing for the descent into SVO to see the Moscow canal system.
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Indochina Highlands
Rugged, verdant mountain terrain crossing through northern Laos and Myanmar.
Kunlun Mountains
The northern edge of the Tibetan Plateau, featuring massive glaciers and high-altitude wilderness.
Gobi Desert Edges
Views of the northern Gobi's gravel plains and desolate basins in southern Mongolia/China borders.
Siberian Taiga
Endless expanses of coniferous forests that characterize the southern Siberian landscape.
Moscow Ring Road
The MKAD and the sprawling suburban developments of northern Moscow during the final approach.
The right side is ideal for capturing the vastness of the Siberian wilderness. If flying during the late afternoon, this side will be shielded from the direct glare of the sun, making it easier to view the ground without heavy window reflection. Keep an eye out for the industrial landscape of the Russian interior.
Book Hotels in MoscowDistance: 7,727 km (4,801 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 5 min
Departure: SGN (10.8187999725, 106.652000427)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: International
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