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KJA → FRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Yemelyanovo Airport (Krasnoyarsk) to Manas International Airport (Bishkek)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the Siberian Taiga to the towering peaks of the Altai and Tien Shan mountain ranges.
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Yenisei River
Breathtaking views of one of the world's longest rivers shortly after takeoff from Krasnoyarsk.
Altai Mountains
Distant but majestic views of the snow-capped Altai peaks visible during the mid-section of the flight.
Lake Balkhash
The eastern, more saline turquoise waters of this massive crescent-shaped lake appear during the cruise.
Trans-Ili Alatau
Spectacular jagged ridges of the northern Tien Shan mountains as you cross into Kyrgyzstan.
Bishkek Approach
Panoramic views of the Ala-Too mountains framing the city of Bishkek during the final descent.
For the best photography, choose a morning flight to have the sun behind the plane, illuminating the Altai and Tien Shan peaks. The most dramatic scenery occurs in the final 30 minutes of the flight. In winter, the contrast between the frozen Kazakh steppe and the white mountain peaks is particularly striking.
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Siberian Taiga
Vast, unbroken stretches of coniferous forest stretching toward the western horizon.
Kazakh Steppe
The endless, flat golden plains of Central Kazakhstan stretching as far as the eye can see.
Karaganda Region
The industrial heartland of Kazakhstan, occasionally visible depending on the specific air corridor.
Betpak-Dala Desert
The 'Hungry Steppe' region, showing unique arid geological formations and salt pans.
The right side is preferable for late afternoon or evening flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. While the terrain is flatter, the sunsets over the vast Kazakh steppe are often spectacular with deep oranges and purples. Look for the geometric patterns of industrial sites near Karaganda mid-flight.
Book Hotels in BishkekDistance: 1,940 km (1,205 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 35 min
Departure: KJA (56.172901, 92.493301)
Arrival: FRU (43.0612983704, 74.4776000977)
Route Type: International
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