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ASF → SCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Astrakhan Airport (Astrakhan) to Aktau Airport (Aktau)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic contrast, featuring the expansive Volga Delta on departure and a stunning coastal approach over the Caspian Sea into Aktau.
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The Volga Delta
One of the world's largest inland deltas, showcasing a labyrinth of waterways and reed beds.
Open Caspian Sea
Deep turquoise and blue waters as the aircraft crosses the world's largest inland body of water.
Aktau Coastal View
The unique grid-like city of Aktau perched on the limestone cliffs of the Mangyshlak Peninsula.
Aktau Sea Port
Major industrial harbor activity visible during the final descent into SCO airport.
The right side is superior for sunset flights, offering golden hour reflections over the Caspian. During the descent, you get a bird's-eye view of how the city of Aktau ends abruptly where the desert meets the sea. Be aware of potential sun glare during morning southbound legs.
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Volga-Akhtuba Floodplain
Dense networks of green islands and channels immediately after takeoff from Astrakhan.
Caspian Lowland Salines
White salt crusts and seasonal lakes visible on the northern edge of the flight path.
Mangystau Steppe
The vast, arid landscapes of Western Kazakhstan stretching toward the horizon.
Sit on the left for a glare-free view of the northern Caspian coastline during midday flights. Watch for the intricate patterns of the semi-desert landscape as you cross the border into Kazakhstan.
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Get eSIMs for KazakhstanDistance: 362 km (225 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: ASF (46.2832984924, 48.0063018799)
Arrival: SCO (43.8601, 51.091999)
Route Type: International
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