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SVO → NUX
Which side of the plane to sit from Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow) to Novy Urengoy Airport (Novy Urengoy)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more dramatic view of the Northern Ural Mountains and the vast, water-rich landscape of the West Siberian Plain, including the mouth of the Ob River as you descend into the Arctic region.
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Moscow Ring Road
Upon departure from SVO, enjoy views of the northern Moscow suburbs and the intricate motorway interchanges.
Northern Ural Mountains
Crucial crossing of the Ural range, featuring rugged, often snow-capped peaks that separate Europe and Asia.
Ob River Basin
Witness the massive scale of the Ob River as it meanders through the marshy lowlands of the West Siberian Plain.
Arctic Tundra
A unique view of the frozen landscape characterized by thousands of thermokarst lakes and permafrost patterns.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the sunset or the midnight sun depending on the season, as the flight heads northeast. In winter, this side is also prime for spotting the Aurora Borealis during night flights. Watch for the dramatic change from dense forest to sparse tundra about 90 minutes into the flight.
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Vyatka Taiga
Endless stretches of dense evergreen forests as the flight passes over the Kirov and Komi regions.
Pechora River Meanders
Incredible views of winding river loops and oxbow lakes that look like silver ribbons from high altitude.
Gas Field Infrastructure
As you approach Novy Urengoy, look for the industrial grids and gas flares of the world's largest gas fields.
The right side is ideal for observing the industrial scale of the Russian energy sector during the final descent. During the summer months, the sun will be behind you or to the right, providing excellent lighting for photography of the Siberian landscape without glare.
Book Hotels in Novy UrengoyDistance: 2,334 km (1,450 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 7 min
Departure: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Arrival: NUX (66.06939697265625, 76.52030181884766)
Route Type: Domestic
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