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TXL β KBP
Which side of the plane to sit from Berlin-Tegel Airport (Berlin) to Boryspil International Airport (Kiev)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most iconic views, including a clear look at Berlin's landmarks during departure and the historic skyline of Kiev alongside the Dnieper River on final approach.
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Berlin City Center
Bird's eye view of the TV Tower, Reichstag, and the Spree River upon takeoff.
Warsaw Skyline
The modern skyscrapers and historic Palace of Culture are often visible to the south.
Lublin Old Town
Historic urban architecture of one of Eastern Poland's oldest major cities.
Dnieper River
The majestic waterway that divides Kiev into the Right and Left banks.
Kiev Pechersk Lavra
The gleaming golden domes of the historic monastery complex visible on approach.
The right side is essential for spotting the Warsaw skyline mid-flight. During the approach to KBP, keep your camera ready for the golden domes of Kiev's monasteries and the bridges crossing the Dnieper. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for photography of the Ukrainian capital.
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Brandenburg Woodlands
Dense green forests and rural landscapes surrounding the Berlin metropolitan area.
PoznaΕ Lake District
Glittering glacial lakes visible as the flight traverses Western Poland.
Vistula River Bend
The winding path of Poland's longest river as it flows toward the Baltic.
Polesian Lowlands
Vast, flat agricultural landscapes and wetlands near the Ukraine-Belarus border.
Kyiv Reservoir
The massive 'Kyiv Sea' reservoir located just north of the city limits.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during morning flights to avoid direct glare. This side offers better views of the vast Polesian marshes and the northern reaches of the Kyiv Reservoir as you enter Ukrainian airspace. It is also ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the European plains.
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Get eSIMs for UkraineDistance: 1,241 km (771 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min
Departure: TXL (52.5597, 13.2877)
Arrival: KBP (50.34500122070313, 30.89469909667969)
Route Type: International
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