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VIE → ROV
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to Platov International Airport (Rostov)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior lighting for photography throughout the day and provides the most dramatic views of the High Tatra mountain range shortly after takeoff.
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High Tatra Mountains
Jagged alpine peaks along the Slovakia-Poland border visible shortly after departure from Vienna.
Lviv Cityscape
The historic center of the 'City of Lions' in Western Ukraine is often visible on clear northern tracks.
Kremenchuk Reservoir
A massive, sea-like expansion of the Dnieper River featuring large-scale hydroelectric infrastructure.
Ukrainian Steppe
The 'Breadbasket of Europe' showcases an endless mosaic of golden and green agricultural fields.
Rostov Metropolitan Area
Detailed views of the city's urban sprawl and industrial zones during the final descent phase.
Sit toward the front of the plane to avoid wing obstruction when viewing the Tatras. For flights departing Vienna in the morning, the left side is in the shade, making it ideal for glare-free photography of the mountain ranges and river systems.
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Danube River Bend
The winding path of the Danube near Bratislava as the flight climbs away from the Austrian border.
Carpathian Arc
The rolling, forested ridges of the Eastern Carpathians stretching toward the Romanian border.
Sea of Azov
The shallowest sea in the world, visible as a vast turquoise expanse during the approach to Rostov.
Don River Delta
A complex network of wetlands, islands, and channels where the Don River enters the Taganrog Bay.
Taganrog Port
The industrial port and historical shoreline of Taganrog visible just before touchdown.
The right side is perfect for sunset flights, as you can watch the sun dip below the horizon over the Azov Sea. On the final approach into Platov, keep your eyes peeled for the Don River’s intricate delta patterns, which are best seen from the southern windows.
Book Hotels in RostovDistance: 1,739 km (1,081 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 19 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: ROV (47.493888, 39.924722)
Route Type: International
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