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ALA → DMB
Which side of the plane to sit from Almaty Airport (Alma-ata) to Taraz Airport (Dzhambul)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic northern ridges of the Tien Shan mountain system, providing continuous views of snow-capped peaks and deep alpine valleys for almost the entire duration of the flight.
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Trans-Ili Alatau Peaks
Immediately after takeoff, witness the jagged, snow-covered summits reaching over 4,000 meters just south of Almaty.
Big Almaty Lake Area
Catch a glimpse of the turquoise alpine waters tucked into the mountain folds during the initial climb.
Kyrgyz Alatau Range
As the flight continues west, the mountain range forms a stunning natural border with Kyrgyzstan, featuring massive glaciers.
Merke Gorge
Deep, narrow canyons carved by mountain rivers are visible as the aircraft cruises parallel to the high-altitude terrain.
Perpetual Glaciers
Even in mid-summer, the high-altitude ice fields and permanent snowcaps remain visible against the blue sky.
Sit on the left (Window Seat A or similar) for the best views. For morning flights, the sun will be behind you or directly above, illuminating the mountains perfectly. In late afternoon, the peaks cast long, dramatic shadows. Since the flight is very short (under 1 hour), keep your camera ready from the moment the landing gear retracts.
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Almaty Urban Layout
View the orderly grid system of Kazakhstan's largest city and its transition into the northern suburbs.
The Kazakh Steppe
The vast, seemingly endless plains of Central Asia stretch toward the horizon, showcasing the scale of the region.
Chu River Meanders
Watch for the winding path of the Chu River as it flows through the arid landscape toward the north.
Turkestan-Siberia Railway
Trace the historic rail lines that connect these ancient Silk Road trading hubs across the desert.
Choose the right side if you prefer seeing the vastness of the steppe or if you want to avoid the direct glare of the southern sun on midday flights. During the descent into Taraz, the right side provides a good overview of the agricultural irrigation systems that sustain the Zhambyl region.
Book Hotels in DzhambulDistance: 469 km (291 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 47 min
Departure: ALA (43.35210037231445, 77.04049682617188)
Arrival: DMB (42.85359954833984, 71.30359649658203)
Route Type: Domestic
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