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EVN → GOJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Zvartnots International Airport (Yerevan) to Nizhny Novgorod Strigino International Airport (Nizhniy Novgorod)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the iconic Mount Ararat shortly after takeoff and offers a more dramatic perspective of the Greater Caucasus peaks during the border crossing into Russia.
Mount Ararat
The legendary snow-capped volcano is often visible to the south-west during the initial climb out of Yerevan.
Lake Sevan
Armenia's largest body of water, known as the Emerald of the Caucasus, appears as a massive blue expanse below.
Greater Caucasus Range
Spectacular views of the rugged, glaciated peaks that form the natural border between Georgia and Russia.
Don River Basin
As the plane moves north, the landscape transforms into the vast, fertile plains of the Russian heartland.
Oka River Valley
Scenic views of the meandering Oka river as it approaches its confluence with the Volga near the destination.
For the best visibility of Mount Ararat, choose a window seat on the left and hope for a clear morning departure when the air is crisp. During the mid-flight crossing of the Caucasus, the lighting is most favorable for photography on the left side during afternoon flights. Watch for the change in terrain from jagged mountains to the flat, agricultural textures of the Russian steppe.
Mount Aragats
The highest peak within Armenia's borders, this four-peaked volcanic massif is visible immediately after departure.
Mount Kazbek
One of the major mountains of the Caucasus, standing tall near the Georgian Military Highway.
Caspian Sea Horizon
On exceptionally clear days, the distant shimmering blue of the Caspian Sea may be visible to the far east.
Volga River
The flight path parallels the mighty Volga, offering glimpses of its massive reservoirs and industrial hubs.
Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin
On the final approach to GOJ, the historic city center and its fortress can often be spotted to the east.
The right side is excellent for viewing Mount Aragats and the eastern reaches of the Caucasus. As you descend into Nizhny Novgorod, the right side often gets a better view of the city's industrial landscape and the massive Volga-Oka confluence. Keep your camera ready during the first 15 minutes and the last 20 minutes of the flight for the most significant landmarks.
Distance: 1,789 km (1,112 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 23 min
Departure: EVN (40.1473007202, 44.3959007263)
Arrival: GOJ (56.23009872436499, 43.784000396729)
Route Type: International
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