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LBD → KUF
Which side of the plane to sit from Khudzhand Airport (Khudzhand) to Kurumoch International Airport (Samara)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a dramatic departure over the Kurama Mountains and a scenic descent into the Volga River region, providing a mix of rugged peaks and vast steppe landscapes.
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Kurama Mountains
Jagged, often snow-capped peaks of the Tien Shan system immediately north of Khudzhand.
Turkestan Steppes
Distant views of the historic Silk Road lands and vast open plains of southern Kazakhstan.
Mugodzhar Hills
The rugged rocky outcrops marking the southern geological end of the Ural Mountains.
Orenburg Farmlands
Intricate geometric patterns of vast agricultural fields near the Russian border.
Zhiguli Mountains
Dramatic limestone cliffs and forested hills along the Volga river during the final approach.
The right side is superior for mountain lovers during the first 15 minutes of the flight. During the winter, the snow-covered Mugodzhar Hills are particularly striking. For evening flights, the sunset provides a golden glow over the Zhiguli Mountains as you descend into Samara.
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Syr Darya River
Visible shortly after takeoff, snaking through the fertile Fergana Valley.
Kyzylkum Desert
Vast expanses of red sand and dunes across the southern Kazakh plains.
Aral Sea Salt Flats
The hauntingly beautiful remnants and white salt crusts of the eastern Aral Sea basin.
Aktobe City
A major industrial and urban center in western Kazakhstan appearing mid-flight.
Volga River Basin
The lush green floodplains and complex waterways leading into the Samara region.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the environmental transition of the Aral Sea basin. For photography, mid-day flights emphasize the contrasting white salt flats against the desert sand. Watch for the river systems immediately after takeoff from Khudzhand.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 2,082 km (1,294 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 47 min
Departure: LBD (40.21540069580078, 69.6947021484375)
Arrival: KUF (53.504901885986, 50.16429901123)
Route Type: International
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