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VKO → TXL
Which side of the plane to sit from Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow) to Berlin-Tegel Airport (Berlin)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Moscow skyline upon departure and the iconic landmarks of central Berlin during the final approach into Tegel.
Moscow City Skyscrapers
The impressive glass-and-steel towers of the Moscow International Business Center visible during the climb out.
Warsaw Skyline
A clear view of the Polish capital's growing collection of modern skyscrapers and the Palace of Culture and Science.
Poznań Old Town
The colorful market square and historic center of one of Poland's oldest cities along the Warta River.
Berlin TV Tower
The iconic Fernsehturm at Alexanderplatz stands out prominently during the approach to Tegel.
Government District
Unmatched views of the Reichstag, Brandenburg Gate, and Tiergarten park just minutes before touchdown.
The right side is essential for the classic 'Berlin City' approach. If the wind is from the west, you will fly directly over the city center. Evening flights are particularly beautiful as the sun sets over the German plains, illuminating the Berlin skyline in gold. Keep your camera ready 15 minutes before landing for the best urban photography.
Meshchersky Park
Expansive green forests and recreational zones located just southwest of Moscow shortly after takeoff.
Belarusian Countryside
Vast agricultural mosaics and traditional rural landscapes passing through the heart of Belarus.
Vistula River
The meandering curves of Poland's longest river as it flows south of the Warsaw metropolitan area.
Greater Poland Lakes
Clusters of small post-glacial lakes shimmering across the Wielkopolska region near Poznań.
Wannsee and Potsdam
The scenic lake district and historic palaces located on the southwestern outskirts of Berlin during descent.
Sit on the left for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is excellent for viewing the forested outskirts of Moscow and the historic lakeside villas of Potsdam as you enter German airspace. Look for the silver glint of the Vistula River approximately 70 minutes into the flight.
Distance: 1,591 km (989 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 7 min
Departure: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Arrival: TXL (52.5597, 13.2877)
Route Type: International
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