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SVO → HAN
Which side of the plane to sit from Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow) to Noi Bai International Airport (Hanoi)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers spectacular views of the world's deepest lake, Baikal, and the stark beauty of the Gobi Desert, followed by the high-density urban sprawl of Northern China.
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Ural Mountains
The natural boundary between Europe and Asia, featuring rolling peaks and dense forests.
Siberian Taiga
An endless expanse of coniferous forests stretching across the Russian heartland.
Lake Baikal
The world's largest freshwater lake by volume, appearing as a massive blue crescent in the Siberian landscape.
Gobi Desert
The rugged, arid terrain of the Mongolian-Chinese border region with striking geological formations.
Northern China Plain
A glimpse of massive urban centers and organized agricultural grids near Beijing.
Choose the left side for the best chance to see Lake Baikal, which is the highlight of the trip. Since most SVO-HAN flights are overnight, the left side will also experience the sunrise first. Use a flight tracker to time your wake-up for the Siberian-Mongolian border crossing.
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Volga River
Europe's longest river visible shortly after takeoff from Sheremetyevo.
Altay Mountains
Stunning snow-capped peaks where Russia, Kazakhstan, China, and Mongolia meet.
Loess Plateau
Unique yellow-soiled highlands in China shaped by centuries of wind and water erosion.
Qinling Mountains
A major east-west mountain range that marks the transition between North and South China.
Red River Delta
The lush, green, and water-heavy landscape as you descend into Hanoi.
The right side is excellent for viewing the rugged mountain ranges of Central Asia and the diverse topography of Central China. If departing in the late afternoon, this side provides a beautiful sunset view over the Russian plains. It is also the better side for seeing the approach into Hanoi's lush delta region.
Book Hotels in HanoiDistance: 6,730 km (4,182 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 55 min
Departure: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Arrival: HAN (21.221200942993164, 105.80699920654295)
Route Type: International
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