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BQS → HTA
Which side of the plane to sit from Ignatyevo Airport (Blagoveschensk) to Chita-Kadala Airport (Chita)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior view of the dramatic Siberian wilderness, specifically the transition into the rugged Yablonoi and Tukuringra mountain ranges as you approach Chita.
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Tukuringra Mountains
Ancient, weathered peaks of the Amur region visible to the north during the first half of the journey.
Siberian Taiga
Vast, uninhabited stretches of dark coniferous forest, offering a true sense of the scale of the Russian Far East.
Yablonoi Range
Dramatic, snow-capped mountain ridges that define the high-altitude approach into the Chita-Kadala area.
Thermokarst Lakes
Small, scattered lakes formed by permafrost activity reflecting the sky like jewels amidst the green or white landscape.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid glare and see the northern mountain ranges clearly. Watch for the landscape transition from flat river plains to sharp, rugged ridges about 30 to 40 minutes before landing in Chita. In autumn, the larch forests turn a brilliant gold, creating a spectacular tapestry best viewed from this side.
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International Twin Cities
Witness the stark contrast between Blagoveschensk and the Chinese city of Heihe across the Amur River right after takeoff.
Amur River Boundary
Observe the massive, winding river system that serves as the natural border between Russia and China for much of the initial flight.
Trans-Siberian Corridor
Spot segments of the legendary railway and accompanying settlements cutting through the dense southern taiga.
Bureya-Zeya Plain
Expansive views of the fertile floodplains and wetlands that characterize the Amur region landscape.
Sit on the left for a unique perspective of the Chinese border during departure. On late afternoon flights, be prepared for intense sun glare on this side as you fly westward. During winter, look for the frozen Amur River which appears as a white highway between the two countries.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 997 km (620 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: BQS (50.42539978027344, 127.41200256347656)
Arrival: HTA (52.026299, 113.306)
Route Type: Domestic
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