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KVD → GYD
Which side of the plane to sit from Ganja Airport (Ganja) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (Baku)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers breathtaking views of the Greater Caucasus mountain range to the north, contrasting beautifully with the vast Mingachevir Reservoir and the lush foothills of the Gabala region.
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Greater Caucasus Mountains
Stunning vistas of the snow-capped peaks that form the natural border with Russia.
Mingachevir Reservoir
The largest body of water in the Caucasus, appearing like a turquoise sea against the arid landscape.
Turyanchay State Reserve
Unique arid forest landscapes and jagged ridges visible on the southern slopes.
Sumqayit Industrial Coast
The dramatic transition where the industrial skyline of Sumqayit meets the northern shores of the Caspian Sea.
For the most vivid mountain details, choose a morning flight when the sun is behind the aircraft. During winter, the snow line on the Caucasus creates a stark, beautiful contrast with the brown lowlands. Ensure you look out early, as the reservoir appears shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
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Kura River Meanders
The serpentine path of the Kura River as it winds through the central Azerbaijani plains.
Shirvan Steppe
Expansive semi-desert plains that offer a sense of the region's vast, open geography.
Gobustan Mud Volcanoes
The peculiar, moon-like craters of the mud volcanoes near the coast, visible during the descent.
Absheron Bay
The sweeping curve of the Baku coastline and offshore oil platforms as you approach the capital.
The right side is exceptional for sunset flights, as the light reflects off the winding Kura River and the Caspian Sea. Keep your eyes peeled as you descend into Baku; the mud volcanoes of Gobustan are small but distinct geological features that are best seen from this side.
Book Hotels in BakuDistance: 316 km (196 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 32 min
Departure: KVD (40.737701416015625, 46.31760025024414)
Arrival: GYD (40.46749877929688, 50.04669952392578)
Route Type: Domestic
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