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SVO → GDZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow) to Gelendzhik Airport (Gelendzhik)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the Moscow skyline shortly after takeoff and offers the most dramatic views of the Markotkh Ridge and Gelendzhik Bay during the final descent.
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Moscow City Skyline
A panoramic view of the Federation Tower and the Kremlin as the flight tracks south from Sheremetyevo.
Oka River Valley
Scenic views of the winding river and the lush greenery of the Moscow and Tula regional borders.
Central Russian Upland
Vast agricultural landscapes with a patchwork of fields that change colors beautifully with the seasons.
Don River Meanders
The historic Don River visible as a shimmering silver thread through the Voronezh and Rostov regions.
Markotkh Ridge
Stunning limestone mountain slopes that frame the city of Gelendzhik during the final approach.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you for better photography. This side is also best for seeing the famous 'Gelendzhik' sign on the mountain side. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes before landing as the descent into the bay is very low and scenic.
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Khimki Forest
Immediate views of the dense northern Moscow woodlands right after departure from SVO.
M4 Don Highway
The main road artery of Southern Russia, often visible stretching toward the horizon.
Azov Sea Horizon
On clear days, the distant shimmer of the Sea of Azov can be spotted to the west near Rostov-on-Don.
Novorossiysk Port
A view of the massive industrial Tsemes Bay and the busy shipping lanes of the Black Sea's largest port.
Black Sea Coastline
The rugged cliffs and turquoise waters of the coastline near Kabardinka as the plane turns for the final leg.
The right side is exceptional for sunset flights, offering a view of the sun dipping into the Black Sea. It also provides a better view of the industrial infrastructure of Novorossiysk. Be aware that during certain wind patterns, the plane may circle over the sea, providing a 360-degree view of the coastline.
Book Hotels in GelendzhikDistance: 1,267 km (787 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 41 min
Departure: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Arrival: GDZ (44.5820926295, 38.0124807358)
Route Type: Domestic
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