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VIE → KBP
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to Boryspil International Airport (Kiev)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the sweeping Carpathian mountain range and a dramatic perspective of the Dnieper River upon the final approach into Kiev.
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Lake Neusiedl
A massive, shallow steppe lake on the border of Austria and Hungary, visible during the initial ascent from Vienna.
Eastern Carpathians
Extensive views of the densely forested ridges and rolling hills that define the border regions of Ukraine.
Ukrainian Steppe
Observe the legendary black soil farmlands and vast agricultural patterns that stretch to the horizon in central Ukraine.
Dnieper River
Witness the immense width and intricate islands of the Dnieper River as the flight descends toward Boryspil.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun moves behind the plane, illuminating the Carpathian mountains beautifully. Keep your camera ready as you approach Kiev; the Dnieper River is exceptionally wide here and looks spectacular during the 'golden hour' before sunset.
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Bratislava Skyline
Just minutes after takeoff, catch a glimpse of the Slovak capital and its hilltop castle perched above the Danube.
High Tatras
The jagged peaks of the highest range in the Carpathians are visible in the distance along the Polish-Slovak border.
Lviv Cityscape
View the dense historic center and church spires of this UNESCO World Heritage city in western Ukraine.
Kiev City Centers
If the aircraft approaches KBP from the west/north, the golden domes of Pechersk Lavra and the Motherland Monument appear on the left.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight. This side is also preferred for seeing the city center of Kiev if the wind conditions favor an approach from the north or west. In winter, the snowy plains of western Ukraine create a stunning, monochromatic patchwork quilt effect.
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Get eSIMs for UkraineDistance: 1,068 km (664 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 25 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: KBP (50.34500122070313, 30.89469909667969)
Route Type: International
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