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VKO → CUN
Which side of the plane to sit from Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow) to Cancún International Airport (Cancun)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the North American coastline upon arrival, including the rugged Canadian Maritimes and the iconic turquoise waters of the Yucatan Peninsula during the final descent into Cancun.
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Baltic Shoreline
Detailed views of the Northern German and Dutch coastlines as the flight path skirts the North Sea.
Newfoundland Coast
The rugged, rocky inlets and potentially icebergs off the coast of eastern Canada depending on the season.
US East Coast
Distances views of the megalopolis corridor, including the lights or skylines of Boston and New York in clear weather.
Cancun Hotel Zone
A spectacular view of the famous '7' shaped sandbar and the Nichupté Lagoon during the final approach into CUN.
The right side is ideal for photography as it faces north, away from the direct sun, providing better lighting for the duration of the flight. The highlight is the final 20 minutes; ensure your camera is ready to capture the contrast between the white sand beaches and the Caribbean Sea as the plane turns for its final approach.
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Expansive views of the dense forests and suburban developments surrounding Moscow shortly after takeoff from Vnukovo.
Southern Ireland
The last glimpses of the European continent with the emerald green cliffs of the Irish coast before the ocean crossing.
Azores High
Opportunities to spot massive cloud formations and deep azure waters over the warmer patches of the North Atlantic.
Bahamian Archipelago
Stunning aerial views of the bright turquoise reefs and sandbars of the Bahamas as the flight nears the Caribbean.
On this westward daytime flight, the left side will be south-facing, meaning direct sunlight will be intense for most of the journey. Keep your window shade partially closed to avoid glare, but keep an eye out as you approach the Caribbean for the transition from deep ocean blue to shallow reef turquoise.
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Get eSIMs for MexicoDistance: 10,006 km (6,217 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 hrs 46 min
Departure: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Arrival: CUN (21.036500930800003, -86.8770980835)
Route Type: International
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