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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The Left Side offers a more dramatic geographic variety, featuring the towering Tian Shan range, the glistening Caspian Sea, and a superior view of the Alps during the final approach into Vienna.

Left Side Highlights
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Yellow Sea & Incheon Coast

Immediately after takeoff, witness the intricate coastline of South Korea and the numerous islands dotting the Yellow Sea.

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Tian Shan Mountains

As the flight crosses Central Asia, you will see the massive, snow-capped 'Celestial Mountains' with deep valleys and glaciers.

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Baku & Caspian Sea

View the oil-rich Absheron Peninsula and the sparkling blue waters of the Caspian Sea as you enter the Caucasus region.

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Black Sea Coastline

Vast stretches of deep blue water and the rugged northern Turkish or Georgian coastline visible depending on the specific flight corridor.

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Eastern Alps

On descent into Vienna, the peaks of the Austrian Alps provide a stunning backdrop, especially during the golden hour.

Since this is a westward flight, the left side faces south, meaning it will receive direct sunlight for much of the journey. To avoid glare while photographing the Tian Shan or Alps, keep your window shade partially down when the sun is high. The best views of the Alps occur approximately 30-40 minutes before landing.

Right Side Highlights
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Gobi Desert

Observe the vast, desolate beauty of the northern Gobi, featuring sweeping sand dunes and rocky plateaus.

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Altai Mountains

Witness the remote and rugged peaks where the borders of Russia, China, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan meet.

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Kazakh Steppe

The world's largest dry steppe region offers a unique, endless horizon of golden-brown plains.

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Volga River Delta

Catch a glimpse of the winding channels and lush greenery of Europe's longest river as it approaches the Caspian.

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Carpathian Mountains

As you enter Central Europe, the right side provides excellent views of the forested slopes and peaks of the Carpathians.

The right side is ideal for passengers who prefer softer, indirect lighting for photography, as it faces north. This side is particularly scenic during the middle of the flight over the Altai Mountains. If the flight path takes a more northerly route, you might even see the Ural Mountains dividing Europe and Asia.

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Route Information

Distance: 8,248 km (5,125 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 9 hrs 42 min

Departure: ICN (37.46910095214844, 126.45099639892578)

Arrival: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)

Route Type: International

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