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VKO → ODS
Which side of the plane to sit from Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow) to Odessa International Airport (Odessa)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is generally superior as it offers a more direct view of the Moscow skyline upon departure from Vnukovo and provides the best angle for viewing the Odessa Port and city center during the standard approach.
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Moscow Cityscape
Distant views of the Moscow International Business Center (Skyscrapers) shortly after takeoff.
Desna River
Aerial view of the winding river systems that cut through the Bryansk and Chernihiv regions.
Poltava Plains
The patchwork of fertile agricultural lands characteristic of central Ukraine.
Port of Odessa
An excellent view of the cargo ships, cranes, and the historic harbor area during descent.
Odessa City Center
Bird's-eye view of the historic architecture and the famous Potemkin Stairs if landing towards the south.
Book a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat distortion. On morning flights, the sun will be on this side, so bring sunglasses. The best views occur in the final 10 minutes of flight as the aircraft aligns with the coast.
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Bryansk Forest
Massive expanses of protected woodland areas as you cross the Russian-Ukrainian border.
Regional Towns
Glimpses of gold-domed churches in smaller settlements like Sumy or Romny.
Bessarabian Vineyards
Extensive grape plantations that define the landscape of the Odessa region.
Kuyalnik Estuary
The unique pinkish-red hues of the salt-rich lagoon located just north of the city.
Black Sea Horizon
The vast blue expanse of the Black Sea opening up as the plane prepares for landing.
This side is ideal for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Dniester River delta. Look for the distinct color of the Kuyalnik Estuary, which is most vibrant during the hot summer months due to salt-loving algae.
Book Hotels in OdessaDistance: 1,117 km (694 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Arrival: ODS (46.42679977416992, 30.67650032043457)
Route Type: International
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