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IKT → ODO
Which side of the plane to sit from Irkutsk Airport (Irkutsk) to Bodaybo Airport (Bodaibo)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for witnessing the northern expanse of Lake Baikal and the dramatic Vitim River valley during the final approach.
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Lake Baikal
Stunning views of the northern basin of the world's deepest lake shortly after departure.
Baikal Mountains
The snow-capped ridges of the Pribaikalsky Range lining the western shore of the Great Lake.
Vitim River Canyon
The powerful 'Golden River' carving deep, scenic paths through the mountains during descent.
Bodaybo Gold Mines
Bird's-eye view of the massive open-pit mining operations that define this historic gold-producing region.
Choose a window seat behind the wing for unobstructed views of the Baikal shoreline. The descent into Bodaybo is particularly scenic as the plane follows the Vitim River loop. Polarized sunglasses will help reduce the reflection from the lake surface during morning flights.
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Siberian Taiga
Vast stretches of untouched larch and pine forests spanning the Central Siberian Plateau.
Upper Lena River
The winding headwaters of one of Russia's greatest rivers snaking through the wilderness.
Patom Highlands
Ancient, eroded mountain formations that characterize the remote landscape of northern Irkutsk Oblast.
Permafrost Patterns
Unique polygonal ground patterns created by underlying permafrost visible from high altitude.
Look for the distinct change in vegetation as you move north. In winter, the frozen river systems create striking white veins across the dark forest landscape. Mid-morning flights offer the best lighting to avoid glare on this side.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 882 km (548 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: IKT (52.268001556396, 104.38899993896)
Arrival: ODO (57.8661003113, 114.242996216)
Route Type: Domestic
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