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SSH → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (Sharm El Sheikh) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Great Rift Valley, the Dead Sea, and the varied terrain of central Turkey and southern Russia.
Gulf of Aqaba
Clear views of the deep blue waters and the desert coastline of Saudi Arabia and Jordan.
The Dead Sea
The lowest point on Earth, easily identifiable by its unique blue color and white salt edges.
Jerusalem
On clear days, the historic city and the Temple Mount are visible to the east of the flight path.
Central Anatolia
The high plateau of Turkey with extinct volcanoes and interesting geological formations.
Black Sea Crossing
A long stretch over the deep blue sea before making landfall near the Russian southern coast.
Russian Heartland
Aerial views of the Don River and the vast, patterned agricultural fields of southern Russia.
The premier choice for the Dead Sea and Jerusalem panorama early in the flight. Morning departures provide the clearest views of the Turkish highlands and the Russian steppe. Look for the winding Don River as you enter Russian airspace.
Sinai High Mountains
Dramatic views of the red granite peaks, including Mount Sinai, shortly after departure.
Nile Delta Edge
The sharp contrast between the Egyptian desert and the lush green cultivation of the Nile basin.
Turkish Riviera
Stunning vistas of the turquoise Mediterranean coastline near Antalya and the Western Taurus range.
Western Taurus Mountains
Jagged limestone peaks that run parallel to the southern coast of Turkey.
Moscow Outskirts
A sprawling view of the Russian capital's southern suburbs and forests during the final approach.
Best for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Mediterranean. Keep an eye out for the Sinai mountains immediately after takeoff. On the approach to SVO, this side often sees the sunset colors reflecting off the city's western waterways.
Distance: 3,122 km (1,940 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 40 min
Departure: SSH (27.9773006439, 34.3950004578)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: International
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