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VKO → OVS
Which side of the plane to sit from Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow) to Sovetskiy Airport (Sovetskiy)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side typically provides better natural lighting and a more distinct view of the Ural Mountains' transition from the European plains.
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Moscow Vistas
Views of the capital's sprawling urban landscape and the distant Moscow City skyscrapers.
Golden Ring
Fly over the historic agricultural heartland of central Russia near the Vladimir region.
Kama River System
Glimpses of the extensive river networks feeding into the Volga-Kama basin.
Ural Divide
Direct crossing over the ridge line that separates Europe from Asia.
Taiga Wilderness
Expansive views of the Siberian wilderness and logging trails near Sovetskiy.
Sit on the right for the best sunlight throughout the day. The transition into the Ural Mountains occurs approximately 70-80 minutes into the flight and is the visual highlight. Have your camera ready as the flat plains suddenly turn into rugged mountain ridges.
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VKO Departure
Bird's-eye view of Moscow's western suburbs and the airport's layout.
Upper Volga
The wide, meandering path of the Volga River as it flows through the Yaroslavl region.
Boreal Forest
Vast stretches of dense dark-coniferous taiga that dominate the northern landscape.
Ural Ridges
Distal views of the northern Ural mountain range peaks, often snow-capped.
Siberian Marshes
Intricate patterns of frozen lakes and bogs as you descend into Sovetskiy.
For morning flights, the left side remains in the shade, reducing glare for photography. Keep an eye out for the Volga River roughly 30 minutes after takeoff. In winter, the contrast between the dark trees and white snow creates striking patterns.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,645 km (1,022 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 12 min
Departure: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Arrival: OVS (61.326622009277344, 63.60191345214844)
Route Type: Domestic
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