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UCT → VKO
Which side of the plane to sit from Ukhta Airport (Ukhta) to Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for spotting the massive Rybinsk Reservoir and the historic 'Golden Ring' towns during the descent into the Moscow region.
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Timan Ridge
Low, ancient mountain ranges visible shortly after takeoff from Ukhta, marking the edge of the East European Plain.
Rybinsk Reservoir
The 'Rybinsk Sea,' one of the largest man-made bodies of water in the world, visible to the west mid-flight.
Golden Ring Towns
Aerial glimpses of historic Yaroslavl or Sergiyev Posad, featuring white-stone cathedrals and gold domes.
Moscow Airport Hubs
Potential views of Sheremetyevo (SVO) or northern Moscow ring roads if the flight path tracks westward.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun moves behind the aircraft. Keep a sharp eye out for the Rybinsk Reservoir; its sheer size makes it an unmistakable landmark. For photography, look for the contrast between the dark northern forests and the lighter agricultural zones of the south.
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Komi Taiga
Expansive views of the dense, pristine boreal forests surrounding Ukhta during the initial climb.
Vychegda River
A major tributary of the Northern Dvina, snaking through the marshy landscapes of the Komi Republic.
Vologda Heartlands
Traditional Russian village clusters and agricultural fields characteristic of the Vologda Oblast.
Moscow City View
Distant views of the Moscow International Business Center skyscrapers during the final approach pattern.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and enjoy better visibility of the taiga. It provides a more intimate view of the rural settlements south of Syktyvkar and the industrial outskirts of Moscow during certain landing patterns.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,279 km (795 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: UCT (63.56689834594727, 53.8046989440918)
Arrival: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Route Type: Domestic
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