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IKT → OSS
Which side of the plane to sit from Irkutsk Airport (Irkutsk) to Osh Airport (Osh)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic mountain ranges in Central Asia, including the rugged Sayan, Altai, and the towering Tien Shan peaks.
Eastern Sayan Mountains
Shortly after takeoff, witness the snow-capped ridges of the Sayan range stretching toward the Mongolian border.
Altai Mountains
Mid-flight views of the high-altitude peaks where Russia, Mongolia, China, and Kazakhstan meet.
Lake Issyk-Kul
The world's second-largest alpine lake, appearing as a deep blue jewel surrounded by the Tien Shan mountains.
Tien Shan Range
Dramatic views of the 'Celestial Mountains' with peaks exceeding 7,000 meters in the distance.
Sulayman Mountain
A UNESCO World Heritage site standing alone in the center of Osh, visible during the final descent.
Book a window seat on the left (A) for morning flights to avoid direct glare while capturing the high-contrast shadows on the mountain ridges. Winter and early spring offer the most impressive snow cover across the Altai and Tien Shan ranges.
Angara River
Aerial view of the powerful river flowing from Baikal through Irkutsk immediately after departure.
Kazakh Steppe
Vast, seemingly endless plains showing the unique patterns of Central Asian agriculture and semi-desert terrain.
Lake Balkhash
Visible in the distance to the west, this unique crescent-shaped lake is divided into fresh and salt water sections.
Fergana Valley
As you approach Osh, the right side looks over the lush, patchwork irrigation of Central Asia's most fertile valley.
The right side (F/K) is excellent for sunset flights as the light bathes the Kazakh Steppe in gold. It also offers a broader view of the Fergana Valley's unique agricultural geometry during the approach to Osh.
Distance: 2,716 km (1,688 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 37 min
Departure: IKT (52.268001556396, 104.38899993896)
Arrival: OSS (40.6090011597, 72.793296814)
Route Type: International
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