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SVX → MSQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Koltsovo Airport (Yekaterinburg) to Minsk National Airport (Minsk 2)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Ural Mountains immediately after takeoff and potentially better views of northern Russian cities and reservoirs.
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Ural Ridge
Spectacular views of the ancient mountain range separating Europe and Asia right after takeoff.
Perm Cityscape
A clear view of the industrial and cultural hub situated along the Kama River.
Gorky Reservoir
The 'Gorky Sea' offers a vast blue expanse amidst the forested terrain near Nizhny Novgorod.
Moscow Outskirts
On clear days, the northern suburban sprawl and distant skyline of Moscow may be visible.
Smolensk-Minsk Forests
Dense, lush mixed forests that dominate the landscape as you enter Belarusian airspace.
Morning flights are best for the right side to avoid direct sun glare. In winter, the snow-covered Urals and frozen reservoirs provide high-contrast geometric beauty. For the best view of the mountains, keep your window shade up for the first 20 minutes.
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Kama River Basin
Observe the massive Kama river system winding through the landscape west of the Urals.
Kazan Panorama
Distant views of the Tatarstan capital and its iconic white-stone Kremlin architecture.
Volga River Crossing
Witness the immense scale of Europe's longest river as the plane crosses its central reaches.
Central Russian Plain
A patchwork of agricultural fields and rural villages characteristic of the Russian heartland.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during late afternoon flights as the sun stays to the south. Look for the massive river junctions which are highly reflective under the right sun angle.
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Get eSIMs for BelarusDistance: 2,078 km (1,291 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 46 min
Departure: SVX (56.743099212646, 60.802700042725)
Arrival: MSQ (53.882499694824, 28.030700683594)
Route Type: International
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