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KJA → DYU
Which side of the plane to sit from Yemelyanovo Airport (Krasnoyarsk) to Dushanbe Airport (Dushanbe)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an incredible sequence of mountain ranges, including the Sayans and the dramatic Tian Shan, along with the turquoise expanse of Lake Balkhash.
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Sayan Mountains
Dramatic views of the rugged peaks and dense taiga forests shortly after takeoff from Krasnoyarsk.
Minusinsk Basin
A glimpse of the historic agricultural heartland of Southern Siberia surrounded by mountain ridges.
Western Altai
Snow-capped summits and glaciated valleys where the borders of Russia, Kazakhstan, and China converge.
Lake Balkhash
The massive, crescent-shaped lake reveals its unique color gradient between the fresh and saline sections.
Tian Shan Range
The 'Heavenly Mountains' provide a breathtaking backdrop of high-altitude ridges as you cross into Central Asia.
Hissar Valley
Lush green valleys and traditional Tajik villages during the final approach into Dushanbe.
For the best experience, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Altai and Tian Shan peaks in brilliant detail. In winter, the snow cover on the mountains is spectacularly vast, while in spring, the Hissar Valley near Dushanbe turns a vibrant emerald green. Keep your camera ready about 60-90 minutes into the flight for the Altai crossing.
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Yenisei River
A stunning look at one of the world's longest rivers as it flows through the heart of Siberia.
Kazakh Steppe
The vast, minimalist beauty of the Central Asian plains stretching infinitely toward the western horizon.
Karaganda Basin
Aerial views of the industrial landscape and urban layout of one of Kazakhstan's major cities.
Betpak-Dala
The stark, desolate landscapes of the 'Hungry Steppe' desert, featuring unique geological formations.
Fan Mountains
Distant but impressive views of the jagged limestone peaks of the Pamir-Alay system before landing.
If flying in the late afternoon, the right side will witness a magnificent sunset over the Kazakh Steppe, though glare may be an issue. This side is better for those who appreciate the 'empty' beauty of desert and steppe landscapes. Look for the glint of small salt lakes scattered across the Karaganda region mid-flight.
Book Hotels in DushanbeDistance: 2,623 km (1,630 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 30 min
Departure: KJA (56.172901, 92.493301)
Arrival: DYU (38.5433006287, 68.8249969482)
Route Type: International
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