About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Okecie (WAW) to Zvartnots (EVN)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Warsaw to Yerevan. The right side scores higher due to the dramatic volcanic and mountainous terrain visible during the descent into Yerevan, including the Caucasus Mountains and the Ararat Plain's distinctive geography. While Warsaw's departure offers modest urban interest, the landing approach on the right side provides significantly more terrain variety and visual drama. The left side's takeoff advantage is outweighed by the right side's superior landing scenery.
What can I see during takeoff from Okecie in Warsaw?
During takeoff from Okecie (WAW), sit on the Left side for the best views. Warsaw's departure offers urban scenery of Poland's capital and surrounding lowlands. The left side captures the Vistula River valley and the city's eastern sprawl during climb-out, with some relief from the Masovian Upland to the southeast. Notable sights include: Vistula River winding through Warsaw, Old Town district and city center, Masovian Upland escarpment to the southeast.
What can I see when landing at Zvartnots in Yerevan?
When landing at Zvartnots (EVN), sit on the Right side for the best views. The right side during descent into Yerevan offers dramatic volcanic and mountainous terrain. The Ararat Plain and Mount Ararat (visible from Armenian airspace on clear days) dominate the approach, along with the Caucasus foothills and the city's setting against the Armenian Highlands. Notable sights include: Mount Ararat (visible from distance on clear days), Ararat Plain agricultural landscape, Caucasus Mountains to the north, Yerevan's urban sprawl against highland backdrop.
How long is the flight from Warsaw to Yerevan?
The flight from Okecie (WAW) to Zvartnots (EVN) takes 3h 15m.
What does the Warsaw to Yerevan flight path pass over?
Carpathian Mountains (southern Poland/Slovakia border), Danube River valley (Hungary/Slovakia), Great Hungarian Plain, Carpathian foothills transitioning to Pannonian Basin, then eastward over Romanian plains and Transylvanian Plateau before crossing into the Caucasus region and descending toward the Ararat Plain