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KGF → UKK
Which side of the plane to sit from Sary-Arka Airport (Karaganda) to Ust-Kamennogorsk Airport (Ust Kamenogorsk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a more visually dramatic experience, passing closer to the ancient Karkaraly mountains and providing the first views of the Altai foothills and the vast Bukhtarma Reservoir region.
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Karkaraly National Park
Ancient granite mountains and dense pine forests that create a stunning green oasis amidst the dry steppe.
Saryarka Uplands
The 'Yellow Range' featuring weathered rock formations and some of the oldest geological structures in Central Asia.
Bukhtarma Reservoir Proximity
On clear days, the shimmering blue of the reservoir and the massive Irtysh River basin come into view as you fly east.
Altai Mountain Foothills
The dramatic transition from the flat plains to the high-altitude, snow-capped peaks of the Altai range.
Ust-Kamenogorsk Hydroelectric Dam
A massive engineering structure visible as the plane aligns for its final landing at UKK airport.
This is the preferred side for photographers. Book a window seat away from the wing to clearly see the Karkaraly oasis. For evening flights, the sun will be behind you, illuminating the Altai peaks with a golden glow as you approach Ust-Kamenogorsk. Winter flights offer spectacular views of the frozen reservoir and snow-covered granite peaks.
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Temirtau Industrial Zone
Visible shortly after takeoff from Karaganda, see the massive scale of the steel mills and industrial complexes.
Irtysh-Karaganda Canal
A long, artificial waterway cutting through the semi-arid steppe, visible as a distinct straight line of blue.
Northern Steppe Landscapes
Vast, undulating plains that change from vibrant green in spring to deep gold by late summer.
Ust-Kamenogorsk Outskirts
The northern residential districts and the winding path of the Ulba River joining the Irtysh during the final approach.
Sit on the left if you are interested in the industrial history of the region. Morning flights will have less glare on this side. During the final descent, watch for the confluence of the Irtysh and Ulba rivers, which marks the entrance to the city.
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Get eSIMs for KazakhstanDistance: 658 km (409 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 6 min
Departure: KGF (49.670799255371094, 73.33439636230469)
Arrival: UKK (50.036598205566406, 82.49420166015625)
Route Type: Domestic
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