KUF → ALA

Aral Sea Basin

In the far distance, you can observe the arid landscape and salt flats of the retreating Aral Sea basin to the southwest.

Baikonur Vicinity

The flight path passes north of the world's most famous spaceport; though the pads are distant, the rugged desert landscape is striking.

Trans-Ili Alatau Peaks

The highlight of the trip is the approach into ALA, where 4,000-meter peaks of the Tien Shan range rise sharply from the plains.

Almaty Cityscape

Depending on the landing direction, the right side often gets a sweeping view of the city's grid layout tucked against the mountains.

Volga River Bend

Immediately after takeoff from Samara, see the massive 'Samarskaya Luka' where the Volga river loops around the Zhiguli Mountains.

Kazakh Steppe

The middle portion of the flight showcases the vast, unblemished grasslands and agricultural mosaics of Northern Kazakhstan.

Lake Balkhash

On clear days, the distant northern horizon reveals the distinct turquoise hue of the eastern part of this massive lake.