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KBL β GYD
Which side of the plane to sit from Hamid Karzai International Airport (Kabul) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (Baku)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the high-altitude Hindu Kush peaks upon departure and provides a better angle for the Greater Caucasus mountains and Caspian offshore oil fields on approach.
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Hindu Kush Peaks
Stunning, snow-capped high-altitude summits immediately visible after departing Kabul.
Amu Darya River
The historic Oxus river winding through the northern plains of Afghanistan and into Central Asia.
Karakum Desert Dunes
Striking geological patterns and shifting sands of one of the world's most arid regions.
Caspian Oil Platforms
Look down for the 'Oil Rocks' (Neft DaΕlarΔ±) and other offshore industrial complexes dotting the sea.
Greater Caucasus Range
The massive, jagged wall of mountains rising to the north as you approach the Absheron Peninsula.
For the best photography of the Hindu Kush, a morning flight is ideal as the sun illuminates the eastern slopes. As you approach Baku, keep your eyes peeled for the intricate network of offshore oil platforms which are particularly visible from this side.
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Kopet Dag Mountains
The rugged mountain range that forms the natural border between Turkmenistan and Iran.
Southern Karakum
Expansive views of the sun-drenched Turkmen desert landscapes and remote settlements.
Caspian Sea Horizon
The deep blue expanse of the world's largest inland body of water as the flight crosses from Central Asia.
Baku Bay
Panoramic views of the Azerbaijani capital's crescent-shaped shoreline and the Flame Towers on final descent.
Sit on the left for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun while viewing the Turkmen-Iranian border. This side is also excellent for seeing the urban layout of Baku if the aircraft approaches from the south over the sea.
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Get eSIMs for AzerbaijanDistance: 1,809 km (1,124 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 25 min
Departure: KBL (34.565899, 69.212303)
Arrival: GYD (40.46749877929688, 50.04669952392578)
Route Type: International
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