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KQT → OVB
Which side of the plane to sit from Qurghonteppa International Airport (Kurgan Tyube) to Tolmachevo Airport (Novosibirsk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the massive Pamir and Tien Shan mountain ranges during the first half of the flight, followed by the unique geography of Lake Balkhash.
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Pamir Mountains
Dramatic views of the 'Roof of the World', featuring jagged 7,000-meter peaks and glacial valleys.
Tien Shan Range
The 'Celestial Mountains' provide a continuous wall of snow-capped peaks along the eastern horizon.
Lake Balkhash
One of Asia's largest lakes, notable for its crescent shape and the color contrast between its fresh and saline halves.
Siberian Taiga
The landscape shifts from barren steppe to the dense, dark evergreen forests of Southern Siberia.
Ob River Bridges
Iconic views of Novosibirsk's massive bridges crossing the Ob River during the landing pattern.
Sit on the right for early morning flights to see the sunrise illuminate the Pamir peaks. This side is superior for mountain lovers; use a high shutter speed to capture the sharp details of the Tien Shan glaciers. In winter, the frozen surface of Lake Balkhash creates incredible crystalline patterns visible from cruise altitude.
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Bokhtar Valley
Aerial views of the irrigated agricultural lands surrounding the Vakhsh River immediately after departure.
Kyzylkum Fringe
The transition from Tajik mountains to the arid, sandy expanses of the northern desert reaches.
Central Kazakh Steppe
Endless horizons of the Saryarka, featuring unique geological folds and seasonal salt pans.
Karaganda Region
The industrial landscapes and urban layout of central Kazakhstan's major coal-mining hub.
Ob Reservoir
Known as the 'Ob Sea', this massive man-made reservoir signals the final approach into Novosibirsk.
The left side is preferable on afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun. Keep an eye out for the distinct geometric patterns of Soviet-era agricultural planning in the Vakhsh valley. During descent, look for the intricate network of river channels feeding into the Ob.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 2,171 km (1,349 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 54 min
Departure: KQT (37.86640167236328, 68.86470031738281)
Arrival: OVB (55.012599945068, 82.650703430176)
Route Type: International
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