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HTA → BQS
Which side of the plane to sit from Chita-Kadala Airport (Chita) to Ignatyevo Airport (Blagoveschensk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the geopolitical landscape, tracing the international border between Russia and China along the winding Amur River, culminating in a unique view of two countries separated only by water.
Amur River Confluence
The spectacular meeting point of the Shilka and Argun rivers where the mighty Amur River officially begins.
Chinese Border
The invisible line of the international border following the river, with Chinese agricultural landscapes visible to the south.
The Amur S-Curves
Deep, meandering loops of the Amur River that form a natural boundary through the Lesser Khingan foothills.
Heihe Skyline
The high-rise buildings of the Chinese city of Heihe, located directly across the river from your destination.
Amur-Zeya Plain
Fertile floodplains and agricultural patches that emerge as the flight descends into the Blagoveschensk region.
The right side is essential for the descent into Blagoveschensk. Ensure you are looking out during the final 20 minutes of flight to see the proximity of the Chinese city of Heihe across the river. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting for photography as the sun illuminates the Chinese side of the border.
Yablonovyy Range
Dramatic mountain ridges extending northeast from Chita, marking the continental divide between the Arctic and Pacific oceans.
East Siberian Taiga
Vast, untouched stretches of larch and pine forests that define the rugged wilderness of the Trans-Baikal region.
Trans-Siberian Railway
Intermittent glimpses of the legendary railway tracks winding through narrow valleys and remote settlements.
Upper Zeya Basin
Views of the northern tributaries feeding into the Zeya system, often reflecting the sky in high-altitude conditions.
Choose this side if you prefer deep wilderness and mountain scenery. On morning flights, you will avoid the direct sun glare, making it easier to spot the glint of the Trans-Siberian tracks. In winter, the snow-covered Taiga creates a mesmerizing white-on-green pattern.
Distance: 997 km (620 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 40 min
Departure: HTA (52.026299, 113.306)
Arrival: BQS (50.42539978027344, 127.41200256347656)
Route Type: Domestic
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