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SVO → CAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is superior for this eastbound route, primarily for the spectacular view of Lake Baikal, the world's deepest lake, and the dramatic northern crossing of the Ural Mountains.
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Northern Ural Mountains
The ancient mountain range defining the border between Europe and Asia, featuring jagged, snow-dusted peaks.
Central Siberian Plateau
Endless stretches of pristine taiga forest and winding river systems cutting through the wilderness.
Lake Baikal
The 'Pearl of Siberia' is best viewed from the left, showcasing its massive crescent shape and deep blue waters.
Yanshan Mountains
Rugged terrain north of Beijing where the Great Wall snakes across the ridgelines.
Pearl River Delta
The shimmering urban sprawl and dense infrastructure of southern China as you begin the final descent.
On the typical eastbound overnight flight, sit on the left to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Siberian wilderness. Ensure you stay awake approximately 4.5 to 5.5 hours into the flight to catch the passage over Lake Baikal. During winter months, the frozen lake surface creates stunning geometric ice patterns visible even from high altitudes.
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Volga River
View the massive curves of Russia's national river and the surrounding fertile plains shortly after takeoff.
Altai Mountains
Distant views of the high, glaciated peaks where the borders of Russia, Kazakhstan, and China converge.
Gobi Desert
The vast, desolate beauty of the Mongolian steppes and the orange-tinted sands of the northern Gobi.
Loess Plateau
A unique landscape of highly eroded yellow silt and intricate agricultural terracing in central China.
Canton Tower
Depending on the wind direction and approach path, the iconic tower and Guangzhou CBD are often visible on the right.
The right side offers softer lighting during the afternoon if taking a daytime flight, avoiding the direct glare of the sun. It is particularly good for observing the unique 'Loess' topography of China's heartland. Keep a lookout for the illuminated cityscapes of Changsha or Wuhan if the flight path tracks further south during the night.
Book Hotels in GuangzhouDistance: 7,003 km (4,351 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 8 hrs 14 min
Departure: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Arrival: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Route Type: International
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