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SVO → HAJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow) to Hannover Airport (Hannover)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the Masurian Lake District and a spectacular northern view of the Berlin skyline and the Elbe River winding through the German plains.
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Khimki Reservoir
Beautiful water views immediately after departure from Sheremetyevo, reflecting the sunlight.
Masurian Lake District
A breathtaking network of over 2,000 lakes in northeastern Poland, visible as a mosaic of blue and green.
Berlin Metropolitan Area
Clear views of the Berlin TV Tower, the Spree River, and the dense urban layout of the German capital.
The Elbe River
The wide, meandering river that defines the landscape of Northern Germany near the city of Magdeburg.
Wolfsburg Autostadt
Spot the massive Volkswagen factory and the unique circular car towers just before reaching Hannover.
The right side offers softer lighting for photography as it faces north, away from the direct sun. Keep your eyes peeled roughly 30-40 minutes before landing to see the Berlin city center. If the visibility is high, you may even see the shimmering Baltic Sea far to the north during the mid-flight segment.
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Moscow Skyline
Glimpses of the Moscow City skyscrapers and the Kremlin shortly after takeoff depending on the departure vector.
Smolensk Uplands
Rolling hills and dense forests of western Russia, providing a lush green carpet during summer months.
Warsaw View
The Vistula River and the sprawling capital of Poland, featuring the iconic Palace of Culture and Science.
Lower Silesian Forest
A massive expanse of pine and mixed forests along the Polish-German border.
Harz Mountains
Distant views of the Brocken peak and the northernmost mountain range in Germany as you begin your descent.
On the left side, be mindful of direct sunlight when flying westward in the afternoon, which can cause significant glare. This side is ideal for spotting the industrial landscapes of Central Poland and the high-altitude views of the Harz Mountains during the final approach phase into Hannover.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 1,831 km (1,138 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 26 min
Departure: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Arrival: HAJ (52.461101532, 9.68507957458)
Route Type: International
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