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KQT → CIT
Which side of the plane to sit from Qurghonteppa International Airport (Kurgan Tyube) to Shymkent Airport (Chimkent)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Pamir-Alay mountain systems and the western reaches of the Tien Shan mountains as you descend into Shymkent.
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Gissar Range
Towering, snow-capped peaks that dominate the skyline immediately north of the Dushanbe region.
Iskanderkul Vicinity
A chance to spot the high-altitude turquoise water pockets tucked within the Zarafshan mountains.
Tashkent Panorama
A comprehensive view of Central Asia's largest city, including its distinct grid layout and green spaces.
Ugam-Chatkal Peaks
The stunning snow-dusted ridges of the Western Tien Shan as the aircraft crosses into Kazakhstan.
Shymkent Approach
A clear view of the city of Shymkent and the rolling foothills of the Aksu-Zhabagly Nature Reserve.
The right side is ideal for mountain lovers. Watch for the sharp contrast between the deep valleys and the white peaks of the Gissar range within the first 20 minutes of flight. Afternoon flights offer the best photography lighting for the Tien Shan peaks on this side.
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Vakhsh River Valley
The intricate irrigation networks and winding path of the Vakhsh River shortly after takeoff from Bokhtar.
Fann Mountains
The jagged western silhouettes of the Zarafshan and Turkestan ranges as the flight heads north.
Gulistan and Jizzakh
Aerial views of Uzbekistan's agricultural heartlands and regional industrial centers along the Syr Darya.
Kyzylkum Desert Fringe
Distant views of the vast golden horizons where the fertile valleys meet the Central Asian desert.
Sit on the left for better lighting during morning flights, as the sun will be behind you. This side provides a great perspective on the transition from the high Tajik mountains to the Uzbek plains.
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Get eSIMs for KazakhstanDistance: 503 km (313 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 50 min
Departure: KQT (37.86640167236328, 68.86470031738281)
Arrival: CIT (42.364200592041016, 69.47889709472656)
Route Type: International
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