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LBD → KJA
Which side of the plane to sit from Khudzhand Airport (Khudzhand) to Yemelyanovo Airport (Krasnoyarsk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular front-row seat to the massive mountain ranges of Central Asia, including the Tian Shan and the Sayan mountains, plus the iconic Issyk-Kul lake.
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Alay Mountains
Dramatic, jagged peaks of the Alay range visible shortly after departure from Khudzhand.
Tian Shan Range
The 'Celestial Mountains' provide a stunning backdrop of snow-capped peaks and glaciers along the Kyrgyz border.
Lake Issyk-Kul
The world's second-largest alpine lake, famous for its deep blue water that never freezes, visible in the distance.
Sayan Mountains
Rugged ridges and deep valleys marking the southern edge of the Siberian wilderness near the destination.
Yenisei River
One of the world's great rivers, often visible winding through the landscape during the descent into KJA.
The right side is superior for mountain lovers. For morning flights, use a polarizer or shades as the sun will be on this side. In winter, the contrast between the white peaks and the blue sky is breathtaking. Keep your camera ready during the first 45 minutes and the last 30 minutes of the flight.
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Khudzhand Departure
Aerial views of Tajikistan's second-largest city and the winding Syr Darya river immediately after takeoff.
Betpak-Dala Steppe
The vast, arid 'Hungry Steppe' of Kazakhstan, showcasing unique desert patterns and salt flats.
Central Kazakh Plains
Endless horizons of the Eurasian steppe, often featuring geometric agricultural patterns near Karaganda.
Siberian Taiga
The transition into the dense, dark coniferous forests of Russia as you approach the Krasnoyarsk Krai.
Sit on the left if you prefer viewing the vastness of the steppe and avoid direct sunlight on northbound morning flights. Watch for the geometric patterns of the Kazakh industrial zones mid-flight.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 2,428 km (1,509 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 14 min
Departure: LBD (40.21540069580078, 69.6947021484375)
Arrival: KJA (56.172901, 92.493301)
Route Type: International
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