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VKO → TBW
Which side of the plane to sit from Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow) to Donskoye Airport (Tambow)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is generally superior as it provides a clearer view of the Moscow urban sprawl upon departure, the historic city of Ryazan, and the distinctive winding bends of the Oka River throughout the mid-flight phase.
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Moscow Metropolitan Area
Aerial perspective of the southwestern districts of Moscow and the rapid urban expansion beyond the MKAD ring road.
Historic Kolomna
Spot the historic kremlin and the confluence of the Moskva and Oka rivers if the flight path tracks slightly north.
Oka River Meanders
Dramatic silver ribbons of water cutting through the green plains of the Ryazan region.
Ryazan Cityscape
Clear views of the regional capital's industrial zones and the prominent spires of its historic center.
Central Black Earth Region
The transition into the fertile Chernozem belt, characterized by a patchwork of high-yield agricultural fields.
Book an 'A' window seat for the best views. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you, providing excellent saturation for photography of the Oka River. During autumn, the contrast between the yellowing birch forests and the dark soil of the fields is particularly striking.
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Podolsk Industrial Hub
A view of one of the largest industrial cities in the Moscow region shortly after takeoff from Vnukovo.
Southern Taiga Edge
Vast stretches of mixed deciduous and coniferous forests that dominate the landscape south of the capital.
Upper Don Tributaries
Smaller river systems and reservoirs that feed into the Don basin, visible as the plane enters the Lipetsk borderlands.
Vast Steppe Horizons
Expansive, flat horizons typical of the Russian interior, offering a sense of the country's immense scale.
Tambov Western Outskirts
A close-up view of the dacha communities and rural settlements surrounding Donskoye Airport during the final descent.
Select an 'F' window seat for sunset flights; the sun sets to the west, casting long, dramatic shadows over the agricultural landscape. Keep an eye out for the transition from dense forest to open steppe, which marks the entrance into the Tambov region.
Book Hotels in TambowDistance: 414 km (257 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 41 min
Departure: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Arrival: TBW (52.806098937988, 41.482799530029)
Route Type: Domestic
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