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Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the Ob River valley upon departure, a closer perspective of the Southern Ural Mountains, and dramatic lighting conditions during the frequent afternoon and evening westward flights.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Ob River Crossing

Immediately after takeoff from BAX, watch the massive Ob River wind through the Altai landscape.

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Kulunda Steppe

Expansive views of the agricultural heartland of Southern Siberia near the Kazakhstan border.

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Southern Urals

The ancient, weathered peaks of the Ural Mountains marking the geographic border between Asia and Europe.

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Samara Bend

The dramatic U-turn of the Volga River near the city of Samara is often visible during the mid-flight cruise.

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Sunset Horizon

On evening flights, this side experiences a prolonged 'golden hour' as you fly west with the setting sun.

Book a window seat on the left for evening departures to witness the sunset across the Russian plains. This side also provides the best views of the industrial landscapes near the Southern Urals. Use a map app with offline capabilities to identify the numerous meandering rivers in the Samara and Ryazan regions.

Right Side Highlights
7.2
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Siberian Taiga

Deep green expanses of the dense Siberian forest and marshlands stretching toward the northern horizon.

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Novosibirsk Distance

Depending on the departure path, you may see the distant lights or skyline of Siberia's largest city to the north.

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Central Urals

Views of the more rugged and forest-covered sections of the Ural range north of the flight path.

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Kama River System

Large reservoirs and the silver thread of the Kama River flowing through the Perm and Tatarstan regions.

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Moscow Suburbs

Upon approach to DME, view the dense suburban developments and forest belts surrounding the capital.

The right side is ideal for morning flights as it avoids direct solar glare, making it easier to photograph the Siberian terrain. Watch for the change in landscape from the flat West Siberian Plain to the rolling hills of the Central Russian Upland. Keep an eye out for the distinct star-shaped layouts of smaller Russian provincial towns.

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Route Information

Distance: 2,910 km (1,808 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 53 min

Departure: BAX (53.36380004882813, 83.53849792480469)

Arrival: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)

Route Type: Domestic

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