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SIP → KBP
Which side of the plane to sit from Simferopol International Airport (Simferopol) to Boryspil International Airport (Kiev)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic views of the Dnieper River's western banks and the best potential for a panoramic view of the Kyiv city skyline during the final approach phases.
Black Sea Horizon
Distant views of the western Crimean coastline and the deep blue of the Black Sea during initial ascent.
Steppe Farmlands
The geometric patchwork of the Kherson region's vast agricultural fields, showcasing Ukraine's fertile black soil.
Dnieper River Bends
Dramatic views of the Dnieper as it winds through Central Ukraine, featuring lush islands and sandbanks.
Kyiv Cityscape
On many approach patterns, the Left side provides a distant but clear view of the Motherland Monument and the golden domes of Pechersk Lavra.
Northern Forests
Transitioning from the open steppes to the dense, green pine forests that surround the Kyiv region.
Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, which perfectly illuminates the river landscapes. During the descent into KBP, look for the 'Golden Domes' of Kyiv's historic center if the flight approaches from the south-west.
Crimean Mountains
The distant peaks of the Crimean range are visible to the south-east immediately after departure from Simferopol.
Syvash Salt Marshes
The unique, pink-hued 'Rotten Sea' lagoons and salt pans near the Isthmus of Perekop offer a surreal color palette.
Kakhovka Reservoir
A massive expanse of water on the Dnieper that resembles an inland sea, often dotted with cargo barges.
Industrial Heartlands
Aerial views of the energy infrastructure and power plants that dot the Dnieper's eastern banks.
Boryspil Town
A detailed view of the residential areas and transit hubs of Boryspil city just before touchdown.
The Syvash lagoons are most visually striking in mid-summer when the salt concentration and algae create the most vivid colors. Late afternoon flights provide a dramatic golden hour glow over the Kakhovka Reservoir.
Distance: 632 km (393 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 3 min
Departure: SIP (45.05220031738281, 33.975101470947266)
Arrival: KBP (50.34500122070313, 30.89469909667969)
Route Type: Domestic
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