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VNO → IEV
Which side of the plane to sit from Vilnius International Airport (Vilnius) to Kiev Zhuliany International Airport (Kiev)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the historic Vilnius city center upon departure and a breathtaking panoramic approach over the Dnieper River and Kyiv's golden-domed skyline before landing at Zhuliany.
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Vilnius Old Town
Aerial view of the UNESCO-listed historic center and Gediminas Tower shortly after takeoff.
Naliboki Forest
Fly over one of the largest forest massifs in Belarus, characterized by dense pine and spruce.
Dnieper River
Stunning views of the wide, blue artery of Ukraine as the flight descends toward the capital.
Kyiv Pechersk Lavra
Spot the shimmering golden domes of the historic monastery complex during the final approach.
Kyiv City Center
A full panorama of the Maidan, Motherland Monument, and central skyscrapers when landing from the north.
Book a window seat on the left (Port) for the most iconic views of Kyiv. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the golden church domes and the Dnieper River perfectly. If the flight departs south from VNO, the city view is immediate.
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If the flight path banks west after takeoff, look for the distinct red-brick castle surrounded by lakes.
Polesie Marshes
The unique, watery landscape of the Pripyat basin, known as the 'Lungs of Europe'.
Antonov Airport
You may see the large Hostomel airfield, historically home to the world's largest aircraft, to the northwest of Kyiv.
Solom'yanka District
A close-up view of Kyiv's residential architecture and the rolling hills of the city's western outskirts.
Choose the right side if you prefer late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the setting sun. While less scenic for city landmarks, it offers a great perspective of the vast agricultural plains and the intricate wetland systems of the Belarus-Ukraine border.
Book Hotels in KievDistance: 586 km (364 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 59 min
Departure: VNO (54.634102, 25.285801)
Arrival: IEV (50.40194, 30.451940000000004)
Route Type: International
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