From CIT?
Tip: Sit on the right side for takeoff.
Departing passengers will see the urban sprawl of Shymkent to the east, accented by the distant, snow-capped peaks of the Western Tian Shan mountains.
Departing passengers will see the urban sprawl of Shymkent to the east, accented by the distant, snow-capped peaks of the Western Tian Shan mountains.
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled panoramic view of the majestic Tian Shan mountain range, running parallel to the flight path for nearly the entire duration.
The right side offers a superior view of the Persian Gulf islands and the dramatic transition from the Iranian coastline to the urban sprawl of the UAE, including the iconic skyline of Sharjah and Dubai.
The right side offers a superior view of the majestic Western Tian Shan mountains shortly after takeoff from Shymkent and the potential to spot the turquoise waters of Lake Balkhash in the distance, followed by a dramatic view of Astana's modern skyline upon approach.
The right side offers a superior sequence of landscapes, starting with the Karatau mountain range upon departure and concluding with a breathtaking descent over the vast Lake Ladoga and the suburban palaces of St. Petersburg.
The right side offers a superior view of the distant Tian Shan mountains upon departure and a spectacular perspective of the Samara Bend of the Volga River, coupled with a better chance of seeing the Moscow skyline during the VKO approach.
The Left Side offers a superior perspective of the Western Tien Shan mountains upon departure and the dramatic geological formations of the Karagiye Depression and Ustyurt cliffs before landing.
The left side offers a superior view of the shrinking Aral Sea remnants and the dramatic green landscapes of the Volga River basin as you transition from the Kazakh desert to the Russian heartland.
The right side is generally preferred for this route as it offers the best chance to see the distant Tien Shan mountain range during departure and the expansive Lake Balkhash, followed by the winding Irtysh River as you enter Russia.