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GYDUFA

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Greater Caucasus mountain range shortly after takeoff and provides a superior view of the winding Belaya River during the approach into Ufa.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Baku Skyline

Panoramic views of the Flame Towers and the Absheron Peninsula immediately after departure.

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Greater Caucasus

Breathtaking views of the snow-capped mountain peaks stretching toward the Black Sea.

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Russian Steppes

Vast, open landscapes of the Kalmykia region with its unique arid beauty.

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Volga-Don Basin

The intricate network of canals and tributaries connecting Russia's major waterways.

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Belaya River

The scenic, winding loops of the river that defines the Ufa landscape upon descent.

For the best mountain views, choose a seat behind the wing to avoid engine glare. On morning flights, the left side is shaded, making it easier to take photos of the Caucasus without cabin reflections. Keep your camera ready during the first 20 minutes of flight for the best mountain panoramas.

Right Side Highlights
7.0
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Caspian Sea

The vast, shimmering expanse of the world's largest inland body of water.

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Makhachkala Coast

The capital of Dagestan visible as the flight tracks northward along the shoreline.

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Volga Delta

The massive, green labyrinth where the Volga River empties into the Caspian Sea.

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Caspian Depression

Fascinating salt pans and low-lying desert geography near the Kazakhstan border.

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Ural Foothills

Distant silhouettes of the southern Ural Mountains visible on the eastern horizon during arrival.

The right side is ideal for those who enjoy water vistas and the unique geography of the Volga Delta. If flying in the late afternoon, be aware that the sun will be on this side, which can make it quite warm and bright. Watch for the change in water color where the Volga silt meets the deep blue Caspian.

Top Activities in Ufa
Route Information

Distance: 1,625 km (1,010 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 10 min

Departure: GYD (40.46749877929688, 50.04669952392578)

Arrival: UFA (54.55749893188501, 55.874401092529)

Route Type: International

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