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KQT → REN
Which side of the plane to sit from Qurghonteppa International Airport (Kurgan Tyube) to Orenburg Central Airport (Orenburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the initial mountain ascent near Tajikistan, the historic remnants of the Aral Sea basin, and the southern extension of the Ural Mountains.
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Pamir-Alay Mountains
Dramatic snow-capped peaks and rugged valleys shortly after takeoff from Qurghonteppa.
Amu Darya River
The winding 'Oxus' river valley forming the border regions of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan.
Aral Sea Basin
Views of the Aralkum Desert and the remaining North Aral Sea pools from high altitude.
Mugodzhar Hills
The low-lying southern hills that represent the very end of the Ural Mountain range.
Ural River
The river dividing the continents, visible during the final descent into Orenburg.
Choose the right side to catch the high mountain views at the start. Morning flights are ideal to avoid the harsh glare of the sun over the vast Central Asian deserts. Keep a sharp eye out mid-flight for the stark environmental contrast of the receding Aral Sea.
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Kyzylkum Desert
Expansive views of the red sand desert spanning across Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.
Ustyurt Plateau
Witness the dramatic limestone cliffs and ancient seabed formations of the desert plateau.
Emba River
A glimpse of the river that marks the geographic boundary between Europe and Asia in Western Kazakhstan.
Kazakh Steppe
Endless horizons of the world's largest dry steppe region before reaching the Russian border.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Ustyurt Plateau's white cliffs. Evening flights provide spectacular shadows across the desert floor, making the terrain appear more textured and crater-like.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,869 km (1,161 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 30 min
Departure: KQT (37.86640167236328, 68.86470031738281)
Arrival: REN (51.795799255371094, 55.45669937133789)
Route Type: International
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