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KUF → TAS
Which side of the plane to sit from Kurumoch International Airport (Samara) to Tashkent International Airport (Tashkent)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side of the aircraft provides a superior visual experience, particularly during the descent into Tashkent, offering breathtaking views of the Western Tian Shan mountain ranges and the winding Syr Darya river valley.
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Volga River Bend
Immediately after takeoff from KUF, witness the massive Samara Bend of the Volga River, Europe's longest river.
Trans-Volga Steppes
Expansive views of the fertile Russian agricultural plains transitioning into the vast Kazakhstan grasslands.
Western Tian Shan Mountains
On the approach to Tashkent, the snow-capped peaks of the Chatkal and Pskem ranges provide a dramatic backdrop.
Syr Darya River
Follow the silvery thread of one of Central Asia's most vital waterways as it carves through the arid landscape.
Tashkent City Skyline
A clear view of the sprawling Uzbek capital, including the Tashkent TV Tower and modern urban development.
Book a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. The mountain views are most spectacular during morning flights when the sun illuminates the eastern slopes. During winter, the contrast between the white peaks and the desert floor is particularly sharp.
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Samara City Views
A panoramic perspective of Samara's urban layout and its industrial heritage along the riverbanks.
Kyzylkum Desert
Observe the mesmerizing patterns of the Red Sand desert, featuring vast dunes and ancient dry riverbeds.
North Aral Sea
Depending on the specific flight corridor, the distant remains and salt flats of the Aral Sea may be visible on the horizon.
Salt Lakes of Kazakhstan
Numerous small, seasonal endorheic lakes that sparkle with white salt crusts during the dry season.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Kazakh steppe. While the desert scenery is vast, it can be repetitive; use binoculars to spot remote settlements or caravan trails. Keep an eye out for the distinct geometric patterns of irrigated fields near the Uzbek border.
Book Hotels in TashkentDistance: 1,970 km (1,224 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 38 min
Departure: KUF (53.504901885986, 50.16429901123)
Arrival: TAS (41.257900238000005, 69.2811965942)
Route Type: International
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