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Which side of the plane to sit from Khabarovsk-Novy Airport (Khabarovsk) to Yakutsk Airport (Yakutsk)?

Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior views of the majestic Lena River valley and the rugged Stanovoy Range, with the sun often highlighting the river's complex braided channels during afternoon flights.

Left Side Highlights
8.7
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Amur River Confluence

Breathtaking views of the Amur and Ussuri rivers meeting near Khabarovsk immediately after takeoff.

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Stanovoy Range

Aerial perspective of the high-altitude Siberian peaks that serve as a natural border between the Amur basin and Yakutia.

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Bureinsky Nature Reserve

A vast expanse of untouched dark-coniferous taiga forest, home to rare flora and fauna.

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Lena River Braids

Intricate patterns of sandbars and shifting channels as the aircraft descends toward the Yakutsk valley.

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Aldan Highlands

Dramatic rocky outcrops and deep valleys of the upper Aldan river system visible during the mid-flight cruise.

Book an afternoon flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Lena River. In winter, the river turns into a stunning white ribbon of ice; in summer, look for the 'Lena Pillars' distant silhouettes to the south before landing.

Right Side Highlights
7.4
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Khabarovsk City View

A comprehensive view of the regional capital's grid and the iconic bridge featured on the 5,000 ruble note.

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Badzhal Mountains

Rugged alpine scenery and glacial lakes located to the northeast of the flight path.

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Permafrost Lakes

Unique circular 'alas' lakes caused by thawing permafrost, dotting the Yakutian landscape like silver coins.

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Yakutsk Cityscape

The world's largest city built on continuous permafrost, visible if the plane approaches from the north.

The right side is excellent for morning flights to see the sunrise over the Dzhugdzhur range. Pay attention during descent to see the unique architecture of buildings raised on stilts to protect the permafrost.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,546 km (961 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 4 min

Departure: KHV (48.52799987793, 135.18800354004)

Arrival: YKS (62.093299865722656, 129.77099609375)

Route Type: Domestic

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