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VIE → VKO
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a more dramatic geographic experience, featuring the winding Danube River shortly after takeoff and the stunning, jagged peaks of the High Tatra Mountains as you cross the Slovak-Polish border.
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Danube River
The blue artery of Europe winding between Vienna and Bratislava shortly after wheels up.
High Tatra Mountains
The snow-capped granite peaks of the Carpathian range forming a natural border between Slovakia and Poland.
Lublin Old Town
The historic Polish city's layout is distinguishable against the surrounding agricultural patchwork.
Dnieper River
The river's upper reaches near Smolensk, cutting through the dense Russian forests.
Moscow City View
During the final descent, catch the silhouette of Moscow's financial district skyscrapers in the distance.
The right side is the clear winner for mountain lovers. Sit here to see the Tatras, usually 30-40 minutes into the flight. In winter, the contrast of snow on the peaks and the frozen Russian plains is breathtaking. Morning flights offer the best lighting for this side without the glare of the sun.
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Vienna Woods
Green rolling hills and the northern reaches of the Vienna Basin immediately after departure.
Warsaw Skyline
On a clear day, the Polish capital's cluster of skyscrapers is visible as you fly over central Poland.
Minsk Cityscape
A high-altitude view of the Belarusian capital, characterized by its wide avenues and Soviet-era urban planning.
M1 Highway
The 'Road of Victories' that connects Berlin and Moscow, stretching endlessly through the forests.
Meshchersky Park
Dense woodland areas on the western approach to Moscow, providing a green buffer before the city.
The left side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Polish and Belarusian plains. It provides a better view of the northern Moscow suburbs during the standard 'Star' arrival patterns into Vnukovo.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,638 km (1,018 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 11 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Route Type: International
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