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IST → TAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Istanbul Airport (Istanbul) to Tashkent International Airport (Tashkent)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Anatolian landscape, the legendary snow-capped peak of Mount Ararat, and a clear view of the Caspian coastline before descending into the Tashkent oasis.
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The Bosphorus
Immediate views of the bridges and maritime traffic connecting Europe and Asia upon departure.
Mount Ararat
A spectacular view of Turkey's highest peak, often covered in snow year-round near the Armenian border.
Baku & Absheron
The urban sprawl of the Azerbaijani capital and the industrial oil platforms dotting the Caspian Sea.
Kyzylkum Desert
The vast 'Red Sand' desert stretching across the heart of Uzbekistan with its unique dune patterns.
Western Tien Shan
The rising foothills of the Celestial Mountains visible during the final approach into Tashkent.
The right side is essential for seeing Mount Ararat, which is the highlight of the trip; look out for it about 90-120 minutes into the flight. For night flights, this side also provides excellent views of the lit-up oil fields in the Caspian Sea and the city of Baku.
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Black Sea Coastline
Initial views of the deep blue Black Sea as the aircraft turns eastward from Istanbul.
Greater Caucasus Range
Panoramic views of the high peaks along the Georgian and Russian borders in the distance.
Ustyurt Plateau
The stark, alien-looking limestone cliffs and desert landscapes of western Uzbekistan.
Aral Sea Basin
Glances of the environmental remnants of the Aral Sea basin to the far north.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and to get the best views of the distant high Caucasus peaks. Watch for the dramatic change in soil color as you enter Central Asia.
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Get eSIMs for UzbekistanDistance: 3,356 km (2,085 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 57 min
Departure: IST (41.275278, 28.751944)
Arrival: TAS (41.257900238000005, 69.2811965942)
Route Type: International
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