At Sheremetyevo in Moscow: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Moscow River (northern meanders), Khimki Reservoir (distant, northeast), forested lowlands of Moscow Oblast, scattered dacha communities and small lakes in the middle distance.

When taking off from Sheremetyevo (SVO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Sheremetyevo's primary runways (3L/3R and 1L/1R) typically depart northward or northwestward. From the left side, you'll see the Moscow River's northern loops and the forested terrain of the Moscow Oblast spreading toward the horizon—far more interesting than the industrial zones and highways to the right. Notable sights include: Moscow River (northern meanders), Khimki Reservoir (distant, northeast), forested lowlands of Moscow Oblast, scattered dacha communities and small lakes in the middle distance.

When landing at Sheremetyevo (SVO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Sheremetyevo's primary runways (3L/3R and 1L/1R) typically use northwesterly approaches, meaning you'll descend from the southeast. The left side offers views of the Moscow River's northern loops and the suburban sprawl northwest of the airport, while the right side faces relatively featureless terrain to the northeast. Notable sights include: Moscow River (Moskva) with its distinctive meanders, Khimki Reservoir to the north, suburban residential blocks and industrial zones west of the airport, Sheremetyevo's terminal complex and parallel runways.

The best window seat at Sheremetyevo (SVO) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Moscow (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.