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WAW → MSQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Warsaw Chopin Airport (Warsaw) to Minsk National Airport (Minsk 2)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior perspective of the historic city of Brest near the border and offers better views of the Minsk city skyline and the surrounding reservoir systems during the final descent.
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Warsaw Cityscape
Panoramic views of the Polish capital's skyscrapers and the National Stadium shortly after takeoff.
Brest Fortress
The iconic star-shaped Soviet-era fortification visible near the border crossing point.
Polesie Landscapes
The northern edges of the vast Polesie marshlands characterized by small lakes and wetlands.
Minsk Suburbs
The expanding residential districts and structured urban planning of the Belarusian capital during the approach.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Eastern European plains. This side offers a strategic view of Brest, a major cultural landmark; ensure you are looking out about 25 minutes after departure to spot the city.
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Vistula River
Aerial views of Poland's longest river as the aircraft climbs away from Warsaw Chopin Airport.
Masovian Plains
A patchwork of agricultural fields and rural settlements typical of the Central Polish landscape.
Bug River Meanders
The winding path of the Bug River which serves as a natural geographic boundary in the region.
Belarusian Forests
Deep green expanses of mixed forests that cover a significant portion of the Belarusian territory.
Sit on the left side during morning flights to avoid the glare of the southern sun. Keep an eye out for the distinct shift in field patterns and forest density when crossing the border into Belarus approximately midway through the short flight.
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Get eSIMs for BelarusDistance: 509 km (316 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: WAW (52.1656990051, 20.9671001434)
Arrival: MSQ (53.882499694824, 28.030700683594)
Route Type: International
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