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VKO → VOZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Vnukovo International Airport (Moscow) to Voronezh International Airport (Voronezh)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior perspective of the expansive Voronezh Reservoir and the southern expansion of the Moscow metropolitan area during departure.
Podolsk Urban Sprawl
Views of the dense residential and industrial districts south of Moscow shortly after liftoff.
Oka River Crossing
A prominent view of the wide Oka River, a major waterway that historically served as a defensive line.
Novomoskovsk Hub
The sight of massive industrial complexes and cooling towers belonging to the region's chemical industry.
Chernozem Belt
The transition into Russia's fertile Black Earth region, characterized by deep dark soil and vast agriculture.
Voronezh Reservoir
The massive 'Voronezh Sea' which bifurcates the city and offers a stunning reflection during the final descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and glare. This side is particularly rewarding during the final 10 minutes of the flight, as the plane typically banks to align with Voronezh Airport, offering a full panorama of the reservoir and city center. Look for the Oka River roughly 15 minutes after departure from Vnukovo.
VKO Operations
Direct views of the Vnukovo terminals and the Tu-104 monument near the airport entrance.
Tula Forest-Steppe
A scenic mix of deciduous forests and open fields characteristic of the Central Russian Upland.
Yasnaya Polyana Vicinity
The rural landscape surrounding the historic estates of the Tula region.
Don River Loops
The meandering path of the Upper Don River as it snakes toward the southern plains.
Northern Voronezh
Bird's-eye view of the rapidly expanding residential neighborhoods and shopping malls in Voronezh's north.
The right side is the preferred choice for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Russian plains. Upon departure, you will have an excellent view of the airport infrastructure. Keep your camera ready as you pass near the Tula region for picturesque rural landscapes, especially in autumn when the foliage turns vibrant gold and red.
Distance: 439 km (273 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 44 min
Departure: VKO (55.591499328599994, 37.2615013123)
Arrival: VOZ (51.81420135498047, 39.22959899902344)
Route Type: Domestic
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