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FRU → SVX
Which side of the plane to sit from Manas International Airport (Bishkek) to Koltsovo Airport (Yekaterinburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more dramatic view of the Kyrgyz Ala-Too mountains during departure and provides a better angle for viewing the Southern Ural ridge as the flight approaches Yekaterinburg.
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Kyrgyz Ala-Too Range
Spectacular snow-capped peaks of the northern Tian Shan visible immediately after takeoff from Bishkek.
Chuy Valley
The fertile green plains of Northern Kyrgyzstan and Southern Kazakhstan contrasted against the mountains.
Betpak-Dala
The 'Hunger Steppe' in Kazakhstan, showcasing a vast, desolate, and hauntingly beautiful desert landscape.
Kostanay Plains
Expansive agricultural regions of Northern Kazakhstan that change color drastically with the seasons.
Southern Ural Mountains
The ancient, rolling peaks that mark the geographical border between Europe and Asia during the descent into SVX.
Book a seat in front of or behind the wing for the best mountain photography. Takeoff from FRU often heads north, so you will see the mountains retreat behind you; if the flight takes off south, the left side gets a direct view of the high peaks before turning. During winter, the Ural descent offers stunning views of frozen, snow-covered forests.
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Lake Balkhash
One of the largest lakes in Asia, visible to the east with its unique crescent shape and turquoise waters.
Karaganda Region
The industrial heart of Kazakhstan, featuring deep-pit mines and sprawling urban industrial grids.
Saryarka Steppe
The 'Yellow Range' upland, part of the UNESCO-listed Kazakh Uplands known for its unique flora and fauna.
West Siberian Basin
A view of the flat, swampy, and forest-rich lowlands as the plane crosses into the Russian border regions.
Yekaterinburg Suburbs
The sprawling Soviet-style urban planning and modern outskirts of Russia's fourth-largest city.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Look for Lake Balkhash approximately 30-45 minutes into the flight; its distinct blue-green hue is highly visible on clear days. In autumn, the Siberian taiga forests on this side turn vibrant shades of gold and orange.
Book Hotels in YekaterinburgDistance: 1,802 km (1,120 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 24 min
Departure: FRU (43.0612983704, 74.4776000977)
Arrival: SVX (56.743099212646, 60.802700042725)
Route Type: International
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