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GUW → URA
Which side of the plane to sit from Atyrau Airport (Atyrau) to Uralsk Airport (Uralsk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most consistent views of the meandering Ural River, which serves as the traditional boundary between Europe and Asia, and provides a scenic contrast against the arid steppe.
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Ural River Meanders
The dramatic, winding path of the Ural River as it snakes northward through the dry terrain.
Inder Salt Lake
A massive, shimmering white salt crust of Lake Inder visible to the east about halfway through the flight.
Riverine Oasis
A thin ribbon of green vegetation and agricultural activity that clings to the riverbanks.
Uralsk Cityscape
The approach to Uralsk reveals the city's position at the confluence of the Ural and Chagan rivers.
The right side is the 'river side' for most of the journey. Early morning flyers should be aware of sun glare, but the lighting makes the water's reflection particularly sharp. Watch for the transition from desert-steppe to more fertile land as you move north.
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Caspian Depression
Aerial views of the vast, low-lying plains that sit below sea level in the Pre-Caspian basin.
Salt Marshes
Brilliant white patches of solonchaks and dried-up salt lakes that dot the semi-desert landscape.
Steppe Horizons
Uninterrupted vistas of the Kazakh steppe extending west toward the Russian border.
The left side is preferable during late afternoon flights to avoid the harsh glare of the eastern sun. Keep an eye out for geometric patterns of industrial sites and localized salt deposits that appear like snow in the desert.
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Get eSIMs for KazakhstanDistance: 448 km (278 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: GUW (47.12189865112305, 51.8213996887207)
Arrival: URA (51.15079879760742, 51.54309844970703)
Route Type: Domestic
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