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SVO → ICN
Which side of the plane to sit from Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow) to Incheon International Airport (Seoul)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is superior primarily for the breathtaking view of Lake Baikal, the world's deepest lake, and the dramatic transition from the Siberian Taiga to the Mongolian steppes.
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Ural Mountains
The ancient geological boundary marking the transition from Europe into Asia.
Lake Baikal
The 'Pearl of Siberia,' appearing as a massive blue crescent and containing 20% of the world's fresh water.
Mongolian Steppes
Expansive grasslands and rolling hills as the flight skims the Mongolian border.
Bohai Bay
Industrial coastal views and dense shipping traffic as you approach the Korean Peninsula.
Incheon Archipelago
A beautiful collection of islands and the Yeongjong Bridge during the final descent.
The view of Lake Baikal is the absolute highlight; it usually appears roughly 5 to 6 hours after departure from Moscow. For morning arrivals in Seoul, the right side will experience direct sunlight, so keep your window shade partially closed to manage glare while spotting landmarks.
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Siberian Taiga
Vast, uninterrupted stretches of the world's largest coniferous forest system.
Yenisei River
One of the three great Siberian rivers flowing north toward the Arctic Ocean.
Aurora Borealis
Excellent visibility of the Northern Lights during winter months over high-latitude Siberia.
Stanovoy Range
Rugged mountain peaks in the Russian Far East before heading south toward Korea.
Choose the left side for night flights in winter to maximize your chances of seeing the Aurora Borealis. This side stays cooler as it faces away from the sun for the duration of the eastbound flight. Keep a watch for the massive river deltas during the mid-flight segment.
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Get eSIMs for South KoreaDistance: 6,586 km (4,092 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 hrs 45 min
Departure: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Arrival: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)
Route Type: International
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