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VOG → ROV
Which side of the plane to sit from Volgograd International Airport (Volgograd) to Platov International Airport (Rostov)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side offers a superior vantage point for the iconic 'The Motherland Calls' monument during departure from Volgograd and the vast expanse of the Tsimlyansk Reservoir mid-flight.
The Motherland Calls
Immediate view of the colossal Mamayev Kurgan monument if the plane departs to the north or turns west.
Tsimlyansk Reservoir
A massive man-made sea on the Don River that dominates the horizon for a large portion of the flight.
Don River Meanders
Spectacular serpentine loops of the Don River as it winds through the limestone hills.
Rostov Cityscape
A panoramic view of the Rostov-on-Don urban sprawl and the river delta during the descent into Platov.
Request a window seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of Mamayev Kurgan shortly after takeoff from VOG. Morning flights are ideal for the right side as the sun will be behind the aircraft, illuminating the Tsimlyansk Reservoir's blue waters.
Volga River Bend
A sweeping view of the Volga's southern curve and the beginning of the Volga-Don Canal.
Sarepta District
The historic industrial and transport hub where the canal system begins its trek westward.
Rostov Steppes
Expansive agricultural patches showcasing the fertile 'Black Earth' region of southern Russia.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during late afternoon flights, which highlights the texture of the agricultural fields and prevents direct glare from the southern sun.
Distance: 358 km (222 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: VOG (48.78250122070313, 44.34550094604492)
Arrival: ROV (47.493888, 39.924722)
Route Type: Domestic
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