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CEK → LBD
Which side of the plane to sit from Chelyabinsk Balandino Airport (Chelyabinsk) to Khudzhand Airport (Khudzhand)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more diverse landscape, combining the southern reaches of the Ural Mountains with the distant majesty of the Tian Shan range and a bird's-eye view of Tashkent.
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Southern Ural Mountains
Visible shortly after takeoff from Chelyabinsk, featuring rugged peaks and dense forests.
Kazakh Steppe
A vast expanse of golden grasslands stretching across northern and central Kazakhstan.
Tian Shan Foothills
Snow-capped mountain ranges appearing on the horizon as the flight nears the Tajik border.
Tashkent Skyline
The capital of Uzbekistan is often visible to the east during the initial stages of descent.
Chatkal Range
Stunning mountain ridges that frame the entrance to the Fergana Valley.
For morning flights, the left side is ideal as the sun rises in the east, highlighting the textures of the Ural mountains. During winter, the contrast between the snow-covered peaks and the dry valleys is particularly striking.
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Turgay Plateau
A unique geographic region in Kazakhstan characterized by flat-topped hills and erosion patterns.
Aral Basin
The far-reaching dry beds of the former Aral Sea can be spotted in the distance on clear days.
Syr Darya River
The ancient Jaxartes river winding through the desert, creating a green ribbon of life.
Kyzylkum Desert
Expansive red sand dunes and arid landscapes typical of Southern Kazakhstan.
Kairakkum Reservoir
Known as the Tajik Sea, this massive turquoise body of water is a highlight just before landing at LBD.
On late afternoon flights, the right side provides a beautiful view of the sunset over the desert. Look for the glint of the Syr Darya river to track your progress south toward Khudzhand.
Book Hotels in KhudzhandDistance: 1,783 km (1,108 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 23 min
Departure: CEK (55.305801, 61.5033)
Arrival: LBD (40.21540069580078, 69.6947021484375)
Route Type: International
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