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UUD → DME
Which side of the plane to sit from Ulan-Ude Airport (Mukhino) (Ulan-ude) to Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the southern tip of Lake Baikal immediately after takeoff, followed by clear vistas of major Siberian cities like Novosibirsk and the historic architecture of Kazan as you cross the Volga.
Southern Lake Baikal
Within 10-15 minutes of takeoff, see the deep blue waters and the Khamar-Daban mountain range hugging the shore.
Novosibirsk & Ob River
View the largest city in Siberia and the massive spans of the bridges crossing the mighty Ob River.
Southern Ural Mountains
The ancient, weathered peaks of the Urals mark the boundary between Asia and Europe.
Kazan & The Volga
Spot the confluence of the Volga and Kazanka rivers, along with the distinctive white walls of the Kazan Kremlin.
Oka River Meanders
As the flight descends toward Moscow, observe the intricate, snake-like loops of the Oka River.
Sit on the left for the best lighting on westbound daytime flights, as the sun will be positioned to the south, illuminating the landscape without causing direct glare. The first 20 minutes are critical for Baikal views; keep your camera ready immediately after wheels up from UUD.
Olkhon Island & Baikal
If the flight path tracks slightly north, you can see the majestic Olkhon Island in the middle of Lake Baikal.
Yenisey River
Look for the massive Yenisey River near Krasnoyarsk, one of the longest river systems in the world.
Vasyugan Swamp
Witness the mesmerizing geometric patterns of one of the world's largest wetlands in Western Siberia.
Central Ural Peaks
Enjoy views of the more rugged, forested sections of the Ural range near Yekaterinburg.
Nizhny Novgorod
Catch a glimpse of the historic city at the meeting point of the Volga and Oka rivers shortly before reaching Moscow.
The right side is ideal for capturing the sunset if you are on an evening flight, as you'll be facing north/northwest. This side also offers a better view of the vast, untouched Siberian taiga and the complex hydrological patterns of the West Siberian Plain's marshlands.
Distance: 4,411 km (2,741 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 11 min
Departure: UUD (51.80780029296875, 107.43800354003906)
Arrival: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Route Type: Domestic
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