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VNODME

Our Recommendation
7.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior vantage point for viewing the historic center of Vilnius upon departure and provides the most consistent opportunities to see the Moscow city skyline during the descent into Domodedovo.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Vilnius Old Town

A stunning aerial view of the red-roofed UNESCO World Heritage site and the Neris River shortly after takeoff.

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Aukštaitija National Park

Vibrant green landscapes dotted with glacial lakes and dense pine forests in eastern Lithuania.

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Western Dvina River

The serpentine path of the river as it winds through the northern Belarusian landscape toward Russia.

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Moscow City View

On the final approach to DME from the north, the skyscrapers of Moscow City and the Ostankino Tower are often visible on the horizon.

Book a window seat on the left for evening flights; as the plane heads east, you will avoid direct sunlight and potentially catch the Moscow skyline illuminated at night. In winter, the snow-covered forests of Belarus and Western Russia create a beautiful monochromatic landscape.

Right Side Highlights
6.5
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VNO Airport Complex

A clear view of the Vilnius International Airport infrastructure and southern residential districts during climb.

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Minsk Horizon

Depending on the specific air corridor, the distant skyline of the Belarusian capital can often be spotted to the south.

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Dnieper River

Crossing over one of the longest and most historically significant rivers in Europe as it flows south.

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Meshchera Lowlands

Expansive views of the forested wetlands and nature reserves characteristic of the southern Moscow region.

The right side is best for morning flights if you enjoy seeing the sun rise over the clouds, though glare can be intense. Keep an eye out for the intricate patterns of agricultural fields in rural Russia, which are particularly striking during the autumn harvest or spring thaw.

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Route Information

Distance: 808 km (502 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min

Departure: VNO (54.634102, 25.285801)

Arrival: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)

Route Type: International

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