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KHV → BQS
Which side of the plane to sit from Khabarovsk-Novy Airport (Khabarovsk) to Ignatyevo Airport (Blagoveschensk)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the Amur River, which serves as the international border between Russia and China throughout the flight.
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Amur-Ussuri Confluence
Witness the massive junction where the Ussuri River meets the Amur near Bolshoy Ussuriysky Island.
Chinese Border
Direct views across the river into the Heilongjiang province of China, featuring distinct agricultural patterns.
Fuyuan Vista
The Chinese city of Fuyuan is visible shortly after takeoff, marking the easternmost point of China.
River Meanders
Intricate loops and oxbow lakes of the Amur River system create stunning geometric patterns on the landscape.
Blagoveschensk-Heihe Bridge
The new international road bridge connecting Russia and China is visible during the final approach.
Choose a window seat on the left (A or K depending on aircraft) to track the river. Morning flights provide excellent lighting for the Chinese side, while winter flights offer a spectacular view of the frozen 'White Dragon' (the ice-covered Amur). Keep your camera ready during the first 15 minutes and the last 10 minutes for the most dramatic border landmarks.
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Khabarovsk Cityscape
A full view of the Khabarovsk urban area and its industrial zones during the initial climb.
Jewish Autonomous Oblast
Fly over the vast, untouched taiga and wetlands of this unique administrative region.
Bureya River Crossing
Spot the wide channel of the Bureya River, a significant northern tributary of the Amur.
Zeya-Bureya Plain
Observe the transition into the fertile agricultural heartland of the Amur Region as you descend.
The right side is best for passengers who prefer looking into the Russian interior. It offers better lighting in the afternoon to avoid the glare of the southern sun. In autumn (late September to October), the right side provides vibrant views of the changing colors in the dense northern forests.
Book Hotels in BlagoveschenskDistance: 600 km (373 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr
Departure: KHV (48.52799987793, 135.18800354004)
Arrival: BQS (50.42539978027344, 127.41200256347656)
Route Type: Domestic
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