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DYU → OVB
Which side of the plane to sit from Dushanbe Airport (Dushanbe) to Tolmachevo Airport (Novosibirsk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Tian Shan mountain range and the stunning turquoise expanse of Lake Balkhash, providing a superior visual experience compared to the flatter western steppe.
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Western Tian Shan
Panoramic views of the snow-capped 'Celestial Mountains' stretching along the border of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan.
Fergana Valley
Looking down into the lush, emerald-green basin that serves as the agricultural heart of Central Asia.
Lake Balkhash
A massive, crescent-shaped lake that is half-freshwater and half-saltwater, visible as a bright blue landmark in the steppe.
Ob River & Novosibirsk Reservoir
Detailed views of the massive Ob River and the 'Ob Sea' reservoir as the flight approaches Tolmachevo.
Salair Ridge
The low-lying, forested foothills that mark the beginning of the taiga zone near the end of the journey.
Sit on the right for the most iconic landmarks. Early morning flights are best as the rising sun illuminates the Tian Shan peaks to the east. Keep your camera ready about 45-60 minutes into the flight for Lake Balkhash, which is the highlight of the route. During winter, look for the intricate ice patterns on the Novosibirsk Reservoir during the final descent.
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Gissar Range
Immediately after takeoff, witness the rugged southern slopes of the Gissar mountains bordering Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.
Betpak-Dala Steppe
A vast, arid desert region in Kazakhstan also known as the Hunger Steppe, showing unique geological patterns.
Kazakh Uplands
Ancient, eroded mountain remnants and rolling hills that characterize the central Kazakh landscape.
Siberian Lowlands
As the plane descends towards Novosibirsk, the terrain shifts into the fertile, lake-dotted plains of Southern Siberia.
The left side is preferable for afternoon or evening flights to enjoy the sunset over the Kazakh horizon. While the terrain is flatter for the middle segment, the descent into Novosibirsk often provides clear views of the city's western suburbs and the sprawling agricultural grid of the region.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 2,104 km (1,307 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 48 min
Departure: DYU (38.5433006287, 68.8249969482)
Arrival: OVB (55.012599945068, 82.650703430176)
Route Type: International
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