Loading map...
DEE → UUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Mendeleyevo Airport (Yuzhno-Kurilsk) to Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk Airport (Yuzhno-sakhalinsk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the iconic Tyatya Volcano immediately after takeoff and a more scenic approach over the large coastal lakes of Sakhalin Island.
Search flights from DEE to UUS
Tyatya Volcano
One of the most beautiful 'volcano-within-a-volcano' structures in the world, dominating the Kunashir skyline.
Golovnin Caldera
A massive volcanic caldera near the airport containing hot springs and colored lakes.
Sea of Okhotsk
Between January and March, this area is often covered in dramatic, shifting pancake ice.
Lake Tunaycha
The largest freshwater lake on Sakhalin, offering beautiful reflections during the descent.
Susunaysky Range
The rugged mountain backbone of southern Sakhalin that buffers the city from the sea.
The right side is essential for seeing the Tyatya Volcano shortly after departure from Mendeleyevo. In winter, the sea ice patterns in the Sea of Okhotsk are mesmerizing from this side. For the best photography of the Sakhalin lakes, choose a flight that departs in the afternoon to get the best light on the landscape.
Book Hotels in Yuzhno-sakhalinsk
Hokkaido Coastline
On clear days, the Shiretoko Peninsula and Mount Rausu in Japan are visible across the Nemuro Strait.
Nemuro Strait
The narrow and strategic body of water separating the Kuril Islands from Hokkaido.
Cape Aniva
The rugged southern tip of Sakhalin, featuring the famous abandoned atomic lighthouse.
Busse Lagoon
A shallow, nutrient-rich coastal lagoon famous for its giant oysters and turquoise waters.
Mount Bolshevik
The site of the Gorny Vozdukh ski resort, visible as the plane descends into Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk.
Sit on the left if you want a chance to see Japan. Early morning flights are best as the sun will be behind you, highlighting the Japanese peaks across the water. Keep your camera ready for the southern tip of Sakhalin, as the Aniva lighthouse is a rare sight from the air.
Get eSIMs for Russia
Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 400 km (249 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: DEE (43.9584007263, 145.682998657)
Arrival: UUS (46.88869857788086, 142.71800231933594)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.