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IJK → SVX
Which side of the plane to sit from Izhevsk Airport (Izhevsk) to Koltsovo Airport (Yekaterinburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior lighting for photography on this eastbound route and provides a clearer view of the vast Kama River reservoirs and the more dramatic northern sections of the Central Ural Mountains.
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Votkinsk Reservoir
Expansive views of the Kama River's massive hydroelectric dam and the shimmering reservoir waters.
Votkinsk City
The birthplace of composer Tchaikovsky is visible shortly after departure from Izhevsk.
Permian Taiga
Dense, unending stretches of dark coniferous forests typical of the Perm Krai region.
Ural Divide
Crossing the geographic border between Europe and Asia, marked by the rising ridge of the Ural Mountains.
Pervouralsk Industry
Significant industrial complexes and the 'Europe-Asia' monument area visible during the descent.
For morning flights, the left side is shaded, providing the best conditions for glare-free photography of the Ural peaks. Look out for the distinct change from flat plains to rugged hills roughly 25-30 minutes after takeoff. In winter, the frozen Kama River creates stunning geometric white patterns.
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Sarapul District
Historic landscapes along the Kama River's right bank, known for its merchant-era architecture.
Udmurtian Steppe
A mosaic of agricultural fields and small rural villages dotting the landscape south of the flight path.
Chusovaya River Valley
The headwaters of one of the most famous and scenic rivers in the Ural mountain range.
Mount Volchikha
A prominent peak near Revda that serves as a landmark for the final approach into Koltsovo.
Yekaterinburg Skyline
Views of the city's modern skyscrapers and the Iset River as the plane turns for its final landing sequence.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to witness the sunset reflecting off the numerous small lakes in the Sverdlovsk region. During the approach to SVX, you may see the sprawling suburban expansion of Yekaterinburg and the industrial heart of the Middle Urals.
Book Hotels in YekaterinburgDistance: 447 km (278 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 45 min
Departure: IJK (56.82809829711914, 53.45750045776367)
Arrival: SVX (56.743099212646, 60.802700042725)
Route Type: Domestic
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