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VKO → NYM
Which side of the plane to sit from Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow) to Nadym Airport (Nadym)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides superior lighting for photography with the sun typically positioned to the south, offering clear views of the Ural Mountains' central ridge and the intricate meanders of the Nadym River during the final descent.
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Moscow Skyline
A sweeping view of the Moscow megalopolis and the MKAD ring road shortly after takeoff from Vnukovo.
Volga River Crossing
Aerial view of Russia's legendary river as the flight path clears the Moscow region heading northeast.
Ural Spine
A direct view of the mountain barrier separating Europe and Asia, featuring dramatic rock formations.
Nadym River Meanders
Stunning oxbow lakes and silver-colored river loops that define the landscape of the Yamal-Nenets region.
Siberian Energy Hubs
Bird's-eye view of natural gas extraction infrastructure and pipelines unique to this resource-rich territory.
This side is ideal for daytime flights as the sun remains to the south, illuminating the ground features perfectly. Watch closely about 90 minutes into the flight for the transition from flat plains to the Ural foothills. Keep your camera ready during the last 20 minutes of flight for the spectacular water patterns near Nadym.
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Komi Taiga
Dense, untouched boreal forests stretching across the Komi Republic's vast northern territories.
Polar Urals
Sharp, rugged peaks of the northernmost Ural range visible on the horizon during mid-flight.
Thermokarst Lakes
Thousands of small, perfectly circular lakes formed by melting permafrost dotting the Siberian landscape.
Lower Ob Basin
The expansive wetlands and tributaries of the Ob River system as you approach the Arctic circle.
Choose this side for softer light and the chance to see the 'White Nights' glow during summer months. In winter, this side offers the best possibility of spotting the Aurora Borealis if flying during the night or twilight hours.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 2,186 km (1,358 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 55 min
Departure: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Arrival: NYM (65.48090362548828, 72.69889831542969)
Route Type: Domestic
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