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Which side of the plane to sit from Khanty Mansiysk Airport (Khanty-Mansiysk) to Khudzhand Airport (Khudzhand)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the Siberian river systems to the Kyzylkum Desert and the jagged peaks of the Turkestan Range upon arrival.
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Ob-Irtysh Confluence
The massive meeting point of two of Russia's greatest rivers shortly after takeoff from HMA.
Kyzylkum Desert
The striking 'Red Sand' desert with its distinct dune textures and arid landscape formations.
Syr Darya River
A bird's-eye view of the historic river that has sustained Central Asian civilizations for millennia.
Turkestan Range
Dramatic, sharp mountain ridges that rise suddenly from the desert floor as you enter Tajikistan.
Khudzhand Cityscape
A clear view of the ancient city's layout and its bridges crossing the Syr Darya during landing.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to avoid direct glare and watch the sunset illuminate the Fann Mountains. Keep your camera ready as you cross from Kazakhstan into Tajikistan for the most diverse terrain changes.
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West Siberian Taiga
Dense expanses of coniferous forests and vast wetlands typical of the Khanty-Mansiysk region.
Kazakh Steppe
The seemingly endless horizons of the central Asian plains, featuring unique circular irrigation patterns.
Chatkal Mountain Range
Snow-capped peaks of the western Tien Shan system appearing on the horizon during the descent.
Kayrakkum Reservoir
Known as the 'Tajik Sea,' this massive blue body of water is visible just before landing.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to catch the sunrise over the Siberian plains. It also provides an excellent view of the reservoir that borders Khudzhand to the east during the final approach.
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Get eSIMs for TajikistanDistance: 2,315 km (1,438 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 5 min
Departure: HMA (61.02849960327149, 69.08609771728516)
Arrival: LBD (40.21540069580078, 69.6947021484375)
Route Type: International
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