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ASB → BHX
Which side of the plane to sit from Ashgabat International Airport (Ashkhabad) to Birmingham International Airport (Birmingham)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior perspectives of the most dramatic mountain ranges on this route, including the Caucasus and the southern Carpathians, while benefiting from the southern sun illumination on the landscape.
Great Caucasus Range
Stunning views of the rugged, snow-capped peaks that separate the Caspian and Black Seas.
Southern Black Sea
Aerial perspectives of the deep blue waters and the distant northern coastline of Turkey.
Transylvanian Alps
Dramatic relief of the southern Carpathian Mountains as the flight crosses into Romania.
Rhine Valley
The winding Rhine river and lush vineyard-covered hillsides of southern Germany.
Greater London
Depending on the approach path to BHX, the sprawl of London and the Thames may be visible.
Sit behind the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Caucasus peaks. Since this is a westbound flight, the sun will be on the left; use your window shade periodically to manage glare, but keep it open over the mountains. The best time for photos is mid-flight when the sun is high, highlighting the deep valleys of Eastern Europe.
Caspian Sea Basin
A vast expanse of blue immediately after departure from Ashgabat heading northwest.
Eurasian Steppe
Endless patterns of agricultural fields and river deltas across the southern Russian plains.
High Tatras
The sharp, jagged peaks along the border of Poland and Slovakia are visible in clear weather.
Benelux Coastline
The intricate engineering of the Dutch polders and the massive industrial port of Rotterdam.
English Midlands
The classic patchwork of green hedgerows and rolling hills typical of the approach into Birmingham.
The right side is ideal for those who prefer to look away from the direct sun, offering more consistent lighting for ground photography. Watch for the Caspian Sea early in the flight and the North Sea crossing towards the end. This side is particularly scenic during the late afternoon as the 'golden hour' hits the English countryside.
Distance: 4,819 km (2,994 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 40 min
Departure: ASB (37.986801, 58.361)
Arrival: BHX (52.4538993835, -1.7480299472799998)
Route Type: International
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