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SVO → TXL
Which side of the plane to sit from Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow) to Berlin-Tegel Airport (Berlin)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic views during the final approach into Berlin, including the city center skyline, while providing a panoramic view of the Polish landscape and the southern outskirts of Moscow during departure.
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Moscow City Center
Distant views of the Federation Tower and the Moscow International Business Center shortly after takeoff from SVO.
Belarusian Plains
Expansive views of the agricultural heartlands and dense forests of southern Belarus.
Warsaw Skyline
On clear days, the high-rises of the Polish capital are visible to the south as the flight crosses central Poland.
Berlin TV Tower
During the final descent into Tegel, the Fernsehturm and the dense urban sprawl of Alexanderplatz are prominent.
The Reichstag
Excellent views of the German Parliament and the Tiergarten park when the flight approach path circles from the south.
Sit on the left side (Seat A) for the best morning light, as the sun will be behind you or to the south. This side is superior for urban photography when landing at TXL, especially during the 'standard' approach which often passes south of the city center. Keep your camera ready about 10-15 minutes before landing.
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Khimki Reservoir
Immediate views of the large water body and the northern suburbs of Moscow right after lifting off.
Masurian Lake District
The stunning 'Land of a Thousand Lakes' in northeastern Poland is often visible in the distance.
Baltic Coastline
On a very clear day, the distant blue line of the Baltic Sea can be seen to the far north.
Tegeler See
A direct view of the large lake adjacent to the airport just seconds before touchdown at Tegel.
The right side (Seat F) is ideal for spotting the natural lake districts of Northern Poland. This side experiences more direct sunlight during afternoon flights, so keep the window shade partially down to avoid glare. It offers a more industrial and residential view of Spandau during the final seconds of flight.
Book Hotels in BerlinDistance: 1,603 km (996 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 8 min
Departure: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Arrival: TXL (52.5597, 13.2877)
Route Type: International
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