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Our Recommendation
8.8

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers the most dramatic views of Lake Baikal immediately after departure and provides a better perspective of the rugged Northern Ural Mountains during the cruise.

Right Side Highlights
8.8
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Lake Baikal Panorama

Breathtaking, expansive views of the world's deepest lake stretching toward the horizon just after departure.

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Yenisey River

Cross one of the world's longest rivers near the city of Krasnoyarsk, often appearing as a silver ribbon below.

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Northern Urals

More dramatic, sharper peaks of the Ural range compared to the southern sections.

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Siberian Taiga

Endless expanses of pristine coniferous forests stretching toward the Arctic circle.

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Sheremetyevo Approach

Final descent views often include the northern forests of the Moscow region and the airport's complex runway layout.

The right side is superior for the initial 20 minutes of flight to capture the full scale of Lake Baikal. In winter, the frozen lake and snow-covered Taiga create a stunning white landscape. For the best photography, aim for a window seat away from the wing to see the river crossings clearly.

Left Side Highlights
8.2
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Selenga River Delta

View the intricate network of channels where the Selenga River flows into Lake Baikal shortly after takeoff.

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Novosibirsk

The sprawling Siberian metropolis and the Ob River are often visible during the mid-flight segment.

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Middle Urals

The gentle, forest-covered slopes of the Ural Mountains marking the transition from Asia to Europe.

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Volga River

A glimpse of Russia's most famous river as the descent toward Moscow begins.

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Southern Moscow Suburbs

Depending on the approach pattern, views of the southern outskirts and the Moskva River.

Choose the left side for better views of the southern shore of Baikal and major Siberian cities like Novosibirsk and Omsk. Early morning flights provide excellent lighting for the southern landscapes as the sun rises behind the aircraft.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,413 km (2,742 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 12 min

Departure: UUD (51.80780029296875, 107.43800354003906)

Arrival: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)

Route Type: Domestic

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