SVO → ASF

Moscow Panorama

Aerial views of the northern Moscow outskirts and the dense urban sprawl shortly after takeoff from SVO.

Oka River Bends

The winding path of the Oka River near Ryazan, often reflecting sunlight in the morning.

Upper Volga View

Glimpses of the Volga's main artery as the flight begins its southward descent alongside the river basin.

Volga-Akhtuba Floodplain

A stunning contrast of lush green vegetation and blue water channels cutting through the surrounding dry terrain.

The Volga Delta

The highlight of the trip: thousands of tiny streams and islands forming Europe's largest inland river delta.

Moscow Forest Belt

Dense birch and pine forests surrounding the Khimki and Zelenograd areas during initial climb.

Central Russian Farmland

Geometric patterns of colorful agricultural fields across the Voronezh and Tambov regions.

Volgograd Reservoir

The massive scale of the artificial sea created by the Volga Hydroelectric Station.

Caspian Lowland Steppe

The landscape transforms into a dramatic, arid semi-desert as you enter the Astrakhan region.

Astrakhan Cityscape

Views of the historic city center and the white walls of the Astrakhan Kremlin during the final approach.