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CEK → EVN
Which side of the plane to sit from Chelyabinsk Balandino Airport (Chelyabinsk) to Zvartnots International Airport (Yerevan)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer spectacular views of the Caucasus, the Right Side is superior for the iconic approach into Yerevan, providing the most direct views of Mount Ararat and the high volcanic peaks of Armenia.
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Southern Ural Foothills
The gentle, forested slopes of the Southern Urals transitioning into the vast Kazakh-Russian steppes.
Mount Elbrus
On clear days, the twin peaks of Europe's highest mountain can be spotted in the far distance to the west.
Mount Aragats
Armenia's highest peak, a stunning four-peaked volcanic massif, dominates the view during the final descent.
Mount Ararat
The legendary biblical mountain across the Turkish border, offering a breathtaking and iconic view just before touchdown.
Ararat Valley
The lush, vineyard-filled valley floor that provides a stark contrast to the surrounding arid mountain peaks.
The right side is essential for the classic 'Ararat view.' To see the mountain clearly, sunset flights are magical as the peak glows orange, but early morning provides the highest chance of cloud-free summits. Keep your camera ready during the last 10 minutes of flight as the plane descends into the Ararat plain for the most dramatic perspective of the peaks.
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Chelyabinsk Skyline
Aerial view of the industrial heart of the Southern Urals and the Miass River immediately after takeoff.
Caspian Sea Horizon
Distant glimpses of the northern Caspian coastline as the flight traverses the Russian steppes toward Dagestan.
Eastern Caucasus Peaks
Dramatic views of the rugged, snow-dusted ridges of the Greater Caucasus mountain range.
Lake Sevan
The 'Pearl of Armenia,' one of the largest high-altitude freshwater lakes in the world, visible during the descent.
Yerevan Cityscape
A panoramic view of the 'Pink City' and its unique architecture as the plane lines up for the runway.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare while viewing the Caucasus. This side is the best for spotting Lake Sevan, which appears as a vast blue expanse amidst the mountains about 15-20 minutes before landing. In winter, the frozen landscape of the Russian steppes is particularly striking from this side.
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Get eSIMs for ArmeniaDistance: 2,104 km (1,307 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 48 min
Departure: CEK (55.305801, 61.5033)
Arrival: EVN (40.1473007202, 44.3959007263)
Route Type: International
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