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KGF → KZO
Which side of the plane to sit from Sary-Arka Airport (Karaganda) to Kzyl-Orda Southwest Airport (Kzyl-Orda)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more diverse landscape, featuring the transition from the rugged Kazakh Uplands through the expansive Betpak-Dala desert to the life-giving Syr Darya river valley.
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Kazakh Uplands
Ancient, weathered granite hills and rocky massifs characteristic of the Saryarka region shortly after takeoff.
Betpak-Dala Desert
Known as the 'Hungry Steppe,' this vast arid plateau displays striking reddish-brown hues and unique geological formations.
Lake Balkhash Distant View
On exceptionally clear days, the distant turquoise shimmer of the eastern horizon marks one of the largest lakes in Asia.
Syr Darya Basin
The dramatic visual change as the aircraft approaches the lush, winding green corridor of the Syr Darya river in the desert.
Karaganda Outskirts
Aerial views of the sprawling industrial landscape and coal mining heritage of the Karaganda region.
Sit on the left for the best morning light on the desert landscapes. As you approach Kyzylorda, keep your eyes peeled for the sharp contrast between the bone-dry desert and the irrigated agricultural zones fed by the Syr Darya. Late spring offers the most color as the steppe briefly blooms before the summer heat.
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Endless Steppe
The quintessential Kazakh 'Saryarka' landscape, stretching infinitely toward the western horizon.
Kyzylorda Rice Paddies
Intricate geometric patterns of irrigated rice fields that form the agricultural backbone of the region near landing.
Mining Infrastructure
Spot occasional isolated mining outposts and supply roads cutting through the wilderness of central Kazakhstan.
Western Horizon
Ideal for sunset flights, offering unobstructed views of the sun dipping below the flat steppe horizon.
The right side is perfect for late afternoon or evening flights to catch a desert sunset. It provides a better sense of the sheer scale and emptiness of the Kazakh interior. During the winter, look for the 'snow-dune' patterns created by the high winds across the flat plains.
Book Hotels in Kzyl-OrdaDistance: 804 km (500 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 20 min
Departure: KGF (49.670799255371094, 73.33439636230469)
Arrival: KZO (44.706902, 65.592499)
Route Type: Domestic
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