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ASB → MSQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Ashgabat International Airport (Ashkhabad) to Minsk National Airport (Minsk 2)?
Left Side of the Plane
The Left Side offers superior views of the Caspian Sea's eastern coast and the dramatic transition from the Turkmen desert to the European steppe, with occasional glimpses of the Caucasus peaks.
Karakum Desert
The vast, arid landscapes of Turkmenistan immediately after departure from Ashgabat.
Caspian Sea
A long crossing over the world's largest inland body of water, featuring unique turquoise hues.
Caucasus Horizon
On clear days, the distant snow-capped silhouettes of the Greater Caucasus Mountains are visible to the south.
Sea of Azov
Views of the shallowest sea in the world near the Russian-Ukrainian border zone.
Dnieper River
Aerial perspective of the winding river systems that define the geography of the East European Plain.
Choose the left side for sunset flights to witness the sun dipping over the Caspian Sea. Keep your camera ready about 30 minutes after takeoff for the most striking desert-to-sea color contrasts. In winter, look for ice formations along the northern Caspian coast.
Volga River
A spectacular crossing of the Volga, Europe's longest river, often near the city of Volgograd.
Volgograd Skyline
The sprawling urban layout of the historic city, formerly Stalingrad, along the river banks.
Russian Steppe
Endless patchwork of agricultural fields and golden grasslands spanning southern Russia.
Smolensk Upland
The gentle rolling hills and elevated terrain as the flight approaches the Belarusian border.
Belarusian Forests
The landscape transforms into dense, lush green pine and birch forests during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Watch for the 'Motherland Calls' monument near Volgograd; though small from cruising altitude, the city's scale is impressive. The transition into the 'Land of Lakes' in Belarus is best seen during the final 20 minutes of flight.
Distance: 2,900 km (1,802 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 52 min
Departure: ASB (37.986801, 58.361)
Arrival: MSQ (53.882499694824, 28.030700683594)
Route Type: International
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