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LBD â TJM
Which side of the plane to sit from Khudzhand Airport (Khudzhand) to Roshchino International Airport (Tyumen)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Khudzhand urban landscape upon departure and the distant silhouette of the Southern Ural Mountains during the latter half of the journey.
Khudzhand Skyline
A clear view of the Syr Darya river cutting through the city center immediately after takeoff.
Betpak-Dala Desert
The vast, arid 'Hungry Steppe' of central Kazakhstan, showcasing unique geological formations.
Southern Ural Foothills
Distant, rugged silhouettes of the ancient mountain range visible on the western horizon near the Russian border.
Tobol River Basin
Intricate meandering river patterns as the flight descends into the moist Siberian lowlands.
Choose an 'A' seat for optimal viewing. On evening flights, this side provides a spectacular sunset over the Central Asian steppe. In winter, the contrast between the frozen rivers and the snowy plains is particularly striking from this vantage point.
Syr Darya River
Follow the lifeline of the region as it snakes northward through the Kazakh landscape.
Saryarka Steppe
Endless horizons of the Kazakh Uplands, featuring a patchwork of golden grasslands and salt pans.
Lake Tengiz
A massive, shallow salt lake that serves as a critical wetland habitat, visible if the flight path tracks slightly east.
Siberian Taiga
The sudden transition from dry steppe to the dense forests and wetlands characteristic of the Tyumen region.
For morning departures, the right side avoids direct sunlight, making it easier to spot the changing vegetation. Look out for the transition from arid brown to deep green about 45 minutes before landing. In clear weather, the geometric patterns of northern Kazakh agriculture are highly visible.
Distance: 1,914 km (1,189 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 33 min
Departure: LBD (40.21540069580078, 69.6947021484375)
Arrival: TJM (57.1896018982, 65.3243026733)
Route Type: International
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