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GUW → SCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Atyrau Airport (Atyrau) to Aktau Airport (Aktau)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a magnificent view of the Caspian Sea coastline and the dramatic contrast between the turquoise water and the white limestone cliffs of the Mangystau region.
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Caspian Sea Coastline
Constant views of the world's largest inland body of water, transitioning from shallow emerald to deep blue.
Ural River Delta
Immediately after takeoff from Atyrau, see the intricate green veins where the Ural River meets the Caspian.
Chalk Cliffs
The striking white and yellow limestone formations of the Tyub-Karagan Peninsula as you approach Aktau.
Aktau Port
The industrial hub and shipping lanes leading into the city are visible during the final descent.
Coastal Sunsets
On evening flights, the sun sets directly over the water, creating a stunning golden reflection.
The right side is superior for photography. Choose a window seat away from the wing to capture the Ural Delta early in the flight and the rugged coastline upon descent. Evening flights are particularly recommended for the reflection of the sunset on the Caspian Sea.
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Mangystau Steppe
Infinite expanses of the Pre-Caspian Depression, featuring unique salt flats and arid desert landscapes.
Karagiye Depression
Views of one of the lowest points in the world, appearing as a vast, sunken trench in the desert floor.
Nomadic Patterns
Occasional sightings of ancient nomadic trails and remote settlements visible against the monotonous desert terrain.
Sit on the left during morning flights to witness the sunrise casting long, dramatic shadows across the desert ridges. It is also the better side for spotting the deep tectonic depressions of the Ust-Urt plateau's edge.
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Get eSIMs for KazakhstanDistance: 367 km (228 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 37 min
Departure: GUW (47.12189865112305, 51.8213996887207)
Arrival: SCO (43.8601, 51.091999)
Route Type: Domestic
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