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TLV → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers the most dramatic views of the flight, including the Tel Aviv skyline upon departure, the stunning peaks of the Caucasus Mountains, and the sweeping curves of the Volga River during the descent into Moscow.
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Tel Aviv Skyline
A panoramic view of the 'White City' and its coastal skyscrapers immediately following a westbound departure and turn.
Caucasus Range
Breathtaking views of the highest mountains in Europe, including the double-headed peak of Mount Elbrus if the path allows.
Volga River
Spot the winding path of Europe's longest river as it snakes through the Russian landscape towards the Caspian Sea.
Moscow Green Belt
Dense clusters of birch and pine forests that surround the capital, appearing as a deep green tapestry from above.
Moscow Suburbs
Clear views of the expanding residential districts and stadiums of the Moscow metropolitan area during descent.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see the Caucasus Mountains roughly 2 to 2.5 hours into the flight. If the flight arrives in the morning, the light will hit the mountains perfectly for photography. Use a window seat forward of the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the view of the peaks.
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Levantine Coastline
Exquisite views of the Mediterranean shoreline and the turquoise waters near the Gaza strip and Herzliya shortly after takeoff.
Taurus Mountains
The rugged, snow-capped peaks of Southern Turkey provide a sharp contrast to the blue Mediterranean below.
Black Sea Horizon
A vast view across the deep blue waters of the Black Sea as the flight tracks north-northeast.
Kuban Steppes
The geometric patterns of Russia's southern agricultural heartland, looking particularly vibrant during the spring and summer.
The left side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Mediterranean or the Black Sea. Keep an eye out for the Anatolian plateau's unique geological formations. During the final approach to SVO, you may see the northern outskirts and forests of the Moscow region.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 2,672 km (1,660 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 34 min
Departure: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: International
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