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GYD โ TSE
Which side of the plane to sit from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (Baku) to Astana International Airport (Tselinograd)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the industrial marvels of the Caspian Sea and the surreal, multi-colored desert topography of the Mangystau region.
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Baku Cityscape
A stunning view of the Flame Towers and the crescent-shaped Baku Bay immediately after takeoff.
Neft Daลlarฤฑ
The 'Oil Rocks' city, an incredible labyrinth of platforms and piers built in the open sea.
Mangystau Canyons
Spectacular white and ochre limestone cliffs and canyons of the Ustyurt Plateau.
Karagiye Depression
One of the lowest points on Earth, appearing as a massive, shimmering dry salt basin.
Lake Tengiz
A vast, pinkish salt lake and bird sanctuary visible shortly before descending into Astana.
This is the 'scenic side.' Keep your camera ready about 30-45 minutes into the flight to capture the Mangystau desert formations. In the afternoon, the light hits the white limestone cliffs perfectly for high-contrast photos.
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North Caspian Sea
Uninterrupted views of the deep blue expanse of the world's largest inland body of water.
Absheron Shoreline
View the northern curve of the Baku peninsula with its mix of beaches and industrial ports.
Kazakh Steppe
The transition into the endless 'Great Steppe' characterized by sparse vegetation and vast horizons.
Northern Weather Fronts
Frequent dramatic cloud formations as air masses move across the central Asian plains.
Sit on this side during daytime flights to avoid the direct southern sun. It offers the best lighting for photography of the Caspian's turquoise hues without window glare.
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Get eSIMs for KazakhstanDistance: 2,023 km (1,257 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 42 min
Departure: GYD (40.46749877929688, 50.04669952392578)
Arrival: TSE (51.02220153808594, 71.46690368652344)
Route Type: International
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