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KIV → SGC
Which side of the plane to sit from Chişinău International Airport (Chisinau) to Surgut Airport (Surgut)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Samara Bend of the Volga River and a more extensive view of the Ural Mountains' varied terrain before descending over the Ob River valley.
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Samara Bend (Volga)
A massive, U-shaped curve of the Volga River, one of the most iconic geographic features in Russia.
Southern Ural Peaks
More pronounced mountain topography as the flight crosses the continental divide into Asia.
The Ob River
A spectacular view of the massive river system near Surgut, especially beautiful during the spring thaw.
Siberian Energy Hub
Descending into Surgut reveals the sprawling industrial infrastructure and gas flares of Russia's oil capital.
Sit behind the wing to capture the full scale of the Volga River crossing. On night flights, keep your eyes peeled for the bright orange glow of gas flares in the Khanty-Mansiysk region, which create a surreal landscape against the dark taiga.
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Central Russian Forests
Expansive views of the dense mixed forests and agricultural mosaics of the Russian Plain.
Northern Ural Ridges
A glimpse of the ancient mountain range that serves as the boundary between Europe and Asia.
West Siberian Lowlands
Vast, intricate networks of wetlands and lakes characteristic of the world's largest peatland.
Look out for the transition from European hardwood forests to the dark coniferous taiga. If flying during the summer, the late sunset at these latitudes provides a long golden hour over the Siberian marshes.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 3,223 km (2,003 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 48 min
Departure: KIV (46.92770004272461, 28.93099975585937)
Arrival: SGC (61.34370040893555, 73.40180206298828)
Route Type: International
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