SVO → KUF

Oka River Loops

Distinctive serpentine meanders of the Oka River as it winds through the Ryazan and Vladimir regions.

Saransk Skyline

A clear view of the Mordovian capital, including the colorful Mordovia Arena built for the 2018 World Cup.

Zhiguli Mountains

The only mountains of tectonic origin in the European part of Russia, offering a rugged contrast to the plains.

The Samara Bend

The famous 180-degree turn of the Volga river around the Zhiguli Mountains, a geographic landmark.

Samara City Panorama

A full view of Samara's long river embankment and urban layout during the final approach phase.

Moscow Northern Districts

Aerial views of Moscow's expanding northern residential areas and industrial zones shortly after takeoff from SVO.

Kuybyshev Reservoir

A massive expanse of water on the Volga, often referred to as the Zhiguli Sea, visible mid-flight.

Tolyatti Industrial Landscape

The sprawling complex of the AvtoVAZ factory and the planned grid of Russia's automotive capital.

Ulyanovsk Coastline

The wide stretches of the Volga river near the birthplace of Lenin, showcasing the scale of the river system.