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Moskva River with its characteristic meanders, Moscow city center skyline, Sheremetyevo's terminal complex and parallel runways

🛬 Landing at Moscow (SVO)

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WhyLanding on runway 24L (the most common arrival runway), you'll be descending southwest toward the airport. The left side offers views of central Moscow, including the Moskva River's distinctive loops and the urban sprawl of the city center. The right side faces the less developed northern suburbs and industrial areas.
Look forMoskva River with its characteristic meanders, Moscow city center skyline (including tall buildings around the Kremlin area), Sheremetyevo's terminal complex and parallel runways, suburban residential and industrial zones to the north
Left window seat view during landing at Moscow (SVO), Moskva River with its characteristic meanders, Moscow city center skyline (including tall buildings around the Kremlin area), Sheremetyevo's terminal complex and parallel runways, suburban residential and industrial zones to the northLeft Side

Sheremetyevo is Russia's largest airport and Aeroflot's primary base, with terminals B, C, D, E, and F connected by an inter-terminal rail system. It handles the bulk of Moscow's long-haul international traffic alongside domestic flights.

⛰️ Elevation633 ft
🛫 Runways3 (06R/24L, 06C/24C, 06L/24R)
✈️ HubAeroflot, Rossiya Airlines, Nordwind Airlines
📍 NearbyVKO 27 miZIA 41 miDME 43 mi

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Which side of the plane has the best views landing at Sheremetyevo (SVO)?

When landing at Sheremetyevo (SVO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Landing on runway 24L (the most common arrival runway), you'll be descending southwest toward the airport. The left side offers views of central Moscow, including the Moskva River's distinctive loops and the urban sprawl of the city center. The right side faces the less developed northern suburbs and industrial areas. Notable sights include: Moskva River with its characteristic meanders, Moscow city center skyline (including tall buildings around the Kremlin area), Sheremetyevo's terminal complex and parallel runways, suburban residential and industrial zones to the north.

What can I see when arriving at Moscow?

Arriving at Sheremetyevo in Moscow, passengers on the Left side enjoy views of Moskva River with its characteristic meanders, Moscow city center skyline (including tall buildings around the Kremlin area), Sheremetyevo's terminal complex and parallel runways, suburban residential and industrial zones to the north. Landing on runway 24L (the most common arrival runway), you'll be descending southwest toward the airport. The left side offers views of central Moscow, including the Moskva River's distinctive loops and the urban sprawl of the city center. The right side faces the less developed northern suburbs and industrial areas.

What factors affect the best window seat landing at Sheremetyevo?

The best window seat landing at Sheremetyevo (SVO) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Moscow (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.