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CYX → YKS
Which side of the plane to sit from Cherskiy Airport (Cherskiy) to Yakutsk Airport (Yakutsk)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic terrain in the Sakha Republic, specifically the towering peaks of the Chersky Range and Pik Pobeda, which are more prominently visible from this side on a southwest heading.
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Chersky Mountain Range
The flight traverses directly over this massive system of rugged, snow-capped peaks and glaciers.
Pik Pobeda
Keep an eye out for the highest point in Northeast Siberia, standing at 3,003 meters, visible shortly after departure.
Moma Natural Park
Witness unique extinct volcanoes and the Balagan-Tas cinder cone nestled within the mountain valleys.
Kolyma River Headwaters
Intricate networks of glacial streams and alpine lakes that feed the Great Kolyma River system.
Yakutsk City View
On final approach, the left side typically faces the urban center and the sprawling port facilities of the capital.
Sit on the left for the most dramatic mountain photography. In late September, the larch forests below turn a vibrant gold. Since this is a high-latitude flight, the sun is often low; on a morning flight, the left side will be in direct sunlight, so have your window shade ready but watch for the high-contrast shadows on the peaks.
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Indigirka River Meanders
Observe the incredible oxbow lakes and winding paths of one of the world's coldest river basins.
Verkhoyansk Range
The distant western horizon is framed by the foothills of the range known as the Northern Hemisphere's Pole of Cold.
Endless Taiga
Vast stretches of Siberian larch forest that create a textured green or gold carpet depending on the season.
The Lena River
During the descent, watch for the massive scale of the Lena, one of the longest rivers in the world, appearing on the right.
The right side is ideal for travelers who prefer softer lighting, as it faces away from the direct southern sun for much of the journey. It is also the best side for spotting 'Aufeis' (giant sheets of river ice) in the valleys during late spring and early summer. If the approach to YKS is from the south, you may get a better view of the Lena's braided channels from this side.
Book Hotels in YakutskDistance: 1,612 km (1,002 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 9 min
Departure: CYX (68.7406005859375, 161.33799743652344)
Arrival: YKS (62.093299865722656, 129.77099609375)
Route Type: Domestic
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