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LED → KQT
Which side of the plane to sit from Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg) to Qurghonteppa International Airport (Kurgan Tyube)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic scenery during the final third of the flight, offering spectacular vistas of the Tien Shan and Pamir-Alay mountain ranges as you descend into Tajikistan.
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St. Petersburg & Neva
Aerial views of the Neva River delta and the northern suburbs of the imperial capital shortly after departure.
Upper Volga River
Crossings over the winding Volga River near Yaroslavl, showing the expansive Russian river systems.
Kazakh Steppe
A vast, golden expanse of endless grasslands as the flight transitions from Russia into Central Asia.
Tien Shan Mountains
Majestic snow-capped peaks of the 'Celestial Mountains' appearing on the eastern horizon during the mid-flight segment.
Fan Mountains
Stunning views of the rugged, turquoise-lake-dotted Fan Mountains during the approach into the Khatlon region.
Opt for a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the mountain peaks to the east. The descent into KQT is particularly scenic on this side as the aircraft banks towards the Vakhsh River valley. Keep your camera ready for the contrast between the arid plains and the irrigated green valleys of southern Tajikistan.
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Gulf of Finland
If taking off to the west, views of the Baltic coastline and Kronstadt island before turning southeast.
Aral Sea Basin
The hauntingly beautiful and stark landscape of the receding Aral Sea and the Ust-Urt Plateau to the far west.
Kyzylkum Desert
The 'Red Sand' desert of Uzbekistan, featuring unique dune patterns and isolated nomadic settlements.
Amu Darya River
The ancient Oxus River snaking through the desert landscape, marking the border regions of Central Asia.
Hissar Range
The western edges of the Hissar mountains providing a rocky backdrop during the final approach phase.
The right side is ideal for afternoon or evening flights to catch the sunset over the vast Central Asian deserts. During the winter, this side offers a better view of the frost-patterned landscapes of the Russian south. Be aware that mid-day flights may experience significant glare from the desert sands on this side.
Book Hotels in Kurgan TyubeDistance: 3,644 km (2,264 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 17 min
Departure: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Arrival: KQT (37.86640167236328, 68.86470031738281)
Route Type: International
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