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BQS → YKS
Which side of the plane to sit from Ignatyevo Airport (Blagoveschensk) to Yakutsk Airport (Yakutsk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the massive Zeya Reservoir early in the flight and provides the most dramatic perspective of the Lena River's braided channels and the city of Yakutsk during the descent.
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Zeya Reservoir
One of the largest man-made bodies of water in Russia, appearing as a massive blue expanse shortly after takeoff.
Eastern Stanovoy Peaks
Sharp mountain silhouettes and deep valleys carved by glacial activity.
Lena River Basin
One of the world's longest rivers, featuring a massive floodplain with complex island networks and sandbars.
Yakutsk Panorama
A bird's-eye view of the world's largest city built on continuous permafrost, situated on the river's edge.
The right side is essential for viewing the Lena River, which is the highlight of the approach. For the best photography, book a late afternoon flight when the low sun reflects off the river's many channels. In winter, look for the 'ice fog' that often blankets the city.
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Amur-Zeya Taiga
Endless stretches of Siberian larch and pine forests spanning the Amur region.
Stanovoy Highlands
Rugged tectonic ridges that form the primary drainage divide between the Arctic and Pacific oceans.
Thermokarst Lakes
Unique circular lakes formed by melting permafrost, scattered across the Sakha Republic landscape.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. Watch for the dramatic transition from the lush Amur vegetation to the sparser northern taiga as you cross the 55th parallel.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,305 km (811 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 44 min
Departure: BQS (50.42539978027344, 127.41200256347656)
Arrival: YKS (62.093299865722656, 129.77099609375)
Route Type: Domestic
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