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VKO → OVB
Which side of the plane to sit from Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow) to Tolmachevo Airport (Novosibirsk)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the vast Russian landscape, including the majestic Ob River during the approach and better lighting conditions as you fly eastward away from the sun's glare.
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Moscow Northern Suburbs
Aerial perspective of the sprawling capital's northern residential districts and green belts shortly after takeoff.
Volga-Oka Confluence
A stunning view of the meeting point of two of Russia's most significant rivers near Nizhny Novgorod.
Middle Ural Mountains
The ancient, forest-covered peaks that mark the geographical boundary between Europe and Asia.
West Siberian Taiga
An endless carpet of dense coniferous forest interspersed with shimmering silver marshes and small lakes.
Ob River Delta
The massive, winding waterways of the Ob River as the aircraft begins its final descent into Novosibirsk.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Ob River during landing. For morning flights, this side avoids direct sunlight, making it easier to take photos of the Ural Mountains. In winter, look for the 'snow desert' effect over the Siberian plains.
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Moscow Airport Hubs
Possible sightings of Domodedovo or Zhukovsky airports depending on the specific departure corridor.
Kazan and the Volga
Distances views of the Tatarstan capital and the widest sections of the Volga River reservoir.
Industrial Urals
Views of the industrial heartlands and mining regions near Yekaterinburg and Chelyabinsk.
Siberian Steppe
The transition from dense forest to the vast, golden agricultural fields of the southern Siberian plains.
Omsk Cityscape
The sprawling urban layout of Omsk and its industrial zones located along the banks of the Irtysh River.
The right side is excellent for seeing the southern transition to the steppes, but be prepared for significant sun glare during daytime flights heading east. Best for night flights to see the illuminated industrial centers of the Urals.
Book Hotels in NovosibirskDistance: 2,822 km (1,754 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 46 min
Departure: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Arrival: OVB (55.012599945068, 82.650703430176)
Route Type: Domestic
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