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SOF → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Sofia Airport (Sofia) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the Carpathian Mountains and the crossing of the Danube River, with better lighting for morning departures.
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Stara Planina
The rugged ridges of the Balkan Mountains visible immediately after departing Sofia.
Danube River
A bird's-eye view of Europe's second-longest river as it forms the border with Romania.
Transylvanian Alps
The highest peaks of the Romanian Carpathians, featuring dramatic valleys and sharp summits.
Polesie Forests
Vast stretches of dense greenery and wetlands along the border regions of Belarus.
Khimki Forest
The expansive green belt surrounding Sheremetyevo Airport during the final descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the sun. The most dramatic mountain scenery occurs within the first 45 minutes of flight time. Keep your camera ready as you cross the Romanian border for the best river views.
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Iskur Gorge
Spectacular limestone cliffs and winding river canyons north of the Sofia Valley.
Black Sea Horizon
Under high-visibility conditions, the distant blue line of the Black Sea can be spotted to the east.
Bessarabian Steppe
A patchwork of fertile agricultural lands and rolling hills across Moldova.
Central Russian Upland
The undulating landscape of the Russian heartland characterized by fields and small copses.
Moscow City Skyline
The cluster of modern skyscrapers in Moscow's business district visible during southern approaches.
The right side is superior for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Russian plains. It also frequently offers the best views of the Moscow skyline and the Ostankino Tower during the standard traffic patterns for landing at SVO.
Book Hotels in MoscowDistance: 1,784 km (1,109 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 23 min
Departure: SOF (42.69669342041016, 23.411436080932617)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: International
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