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Which side of the plane to sit from Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow) to Mineralnyye Vody Airport (Mineralnye Vody)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled vantage point of the iconic laccolith mountains like Beshtau and Mashuk during the final approach into the North Caucasus region.
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Moscow Skyline
Aerial perspective of the southern Moscow districts and the expansive forest-park protective belt.
Oka River Crossing
A clear view of one of Russia's largest Volga tributaries snaking through the landscape south of Moscow.
Black Earth Region
The intricate patchwork of fertile agricultural fields across the Lipetsk and Tambov oblasts.
Mount Beshtau
The majestic five-peaked laccolith mountain that is the highest point in the Caucasian Mineral Waters cluster.
Mount Zheleznaya
A distinct dome-shaped peak visible during the descent into the Mineralnye Vody valley.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise reflecting off the Oka river. During the final 15 minutes of flight, keep your camera ready for the unique 'island' mountains (laccoliths) that rise abruptly from the plains. These are best seen when the flight approaches from the north.
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Tula Industrial Hub
Views of the historic city of Tula, famous for its samovars and industrial heritage.
Voronezh Reservoir
The massive 'Voronezh Sea' dividing the left and right banks of the southern city.
The Don River
The legendary 'Quiet Don' river winding through the southern Russian steppes.
Greater Caucasus Range
On exceptionally clear days, the distant snowy silhouettes of the main Caucasus peaks, including Elbrus, appear on the horizon.
Stavropol Uplands
The rolling hills and high plains signaling the transition from the steppe to the mountain foothills.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the Don river basin. If visibility is high (especially in winter or after rain), look far to the south-southwest during descent to spot the twin peaks of Mount Elbrus, the highest point in Europe.
Book Hotels in Mineralnye VodyDistance: 1,330 km (826 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 46 min
Departure: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Arrival: MRV (44.22510147094727, 43.08190155029297)
Route Type: Domestic
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