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KZN → UFA
Which side of the plane to sit from Kazan International Airport (Kazan) to Ufa International Airport (Ufa)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the massive Kama river confluence and the scenic rolling hills of the Bugulma-Belebey Upland before arriving at the Belaya River valley.
Volga-Kama Confluence
The massive scale of the Kuybyshev Reservoir, where two of Europe's largest rivers meet south of Kazan.
Kama River Bend
The serpentine path of the Kama River as it winds through the southern Tatarstan landscape.
Bugulma-Belebey Upland
Rolling hills and elevation changes that mark the transition toward the Ural Mountains.
Almetyevsk Oil Fields
Look for the infrastructure of the 'Second Baku' oil region dotting the landscape mid-flight.
Belaya River (Agidel)
Excellent views of the winding river that serves as the iconic boundary for the city of Ufa.
The right side is ideal for capturing the grandeur of the water systems in the region. During late afternoon flights, you'll have a spectacular view of the sun reflecting off the Volga-Kama basin. Keep an eye out for the oil derricks in the fields of Bashkortostan, which are particularly visible in low-angle sunlight.
Kazan City Center
Aerial view of the Kazan Kremlin and the urban layout shortly after departure from KZN.
Naberezhnye Chelny
Distant views of the massive industrial hub and the Kama River to the north during cruise.
Tatarstan Plains
A vast mosaic of agricultural fields and dense deciduous forests characteristic of the region.
Ufa River
The northern river branch that helps define the peninsula where Ufa is situated during the descent.
Sit on the left for the best views of Kazan's skyline if the wind dictates a northern departure. In winter, the frozen rivers create a stark, beautiful white contrast against the dark forests. Morning flights provide the best lighting for urban photography.
Distance: 436 km (271 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 44 min
Departure: KZN (55.606201171875, 49.278701782227)
Arrival: UFA (54.55749893188501, 55.874401092529)
Route Type: Domestic
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