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UFA → SVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Ufa International Airport (Ufa) to Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side (Starboard) is generally superior for this route as it offers direct views of major cultural and historical cities along the Volga River, including Kazan and Nizhny Novgorod, while avoiding the direct solar glare often present on the southern-facing left side.
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Kama and Belaya Confluence
Watch for the massive intersection of these two major waterways shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Kazan Kremlin
A clear view of the historic Kazan Kremlin and the Qol Sharif Mosque situated at the confluence of the Volga and Kazanka rivers.
Nizhny Novgorod
Panoramic views of the city where the Oka River meets the Volga, including the historic fairgrounds and stadium.
Gorky Reservoir
The vast expanse of the 'Gorky Sea' on the Volga River, often dotted with cargo ships during the navigation season.
SVO Airport Infrastructure
During the landing sequence, get a bird's-eye view of the massive Terminal B and C complex and the various runway operations.
The right side is the best for photography as the sun is usually behind the plane for most of the westward journey. Keep your camera ready about 30-40 minutes into the flight for Kazan and about 1 hour in for Nizhny Novgorod. For the best experience, choose a seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the major river crossings and city centers.
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Ufa City Center
Excellent views of the Belaya River looping around the southern and western parts of the city immediately after takeoff.
Samara Bend National Park
Distant views of the dramatic 180-degree turn of the Volga River near the Zhiguli Mountains to the south.
Moscow International Business Center
On the standard arrival into SVO, the skyscrapers of 'Moscow City' are often visible in the distance to the south.
On morning flights, the left side will be facing the sun, which can cause significant glare and heat. Choose this side if you want to see the dense southern suburbs of Moscow and the Moskva River during the final descent. Winter flights provide a stark contrast between the frozen river surfaces and the dark pine forests of the central Russian plains.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,176 km (731 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: UFA (54.55749893188501, 55.874401092529)
Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Route Type: Domestic
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