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LED → OSS
Which side of the plane to sit from Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg) to Osh Airport (Osh)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic environmental contrast of the Aral Sea basin, the vast Kyzylkum Desert, and the spectacular jagged peaks of the Pamir-Alay range during the descent into the Fergana Valley.
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Volga River Bend
A magnificent view of Europe's longest river winding through the Russian heartland.
Aral Sea Remnants
The stark, white salt crusts and ship graveyards of the receding Aral Sea basin.
Kyzylkum Desert
The 'Red Sand' desert of Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, featuring unique geological patterns and dunes.
Syr Darya River
The lifeblood of the Fergana Valley appearing as a silver thread through the arid landscape.
Pamir-Alay Range
Breathtaking views of high-altitude glacial peaks to the south during the final approach to Osh.
Sulaiman-Too
The UNESCO-listed sacred mountain standing prominently in the center of Osh during the landing phase.
The right side is essential for seeing the Pamir mountains. Aim for a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the desert colors and mountain glaciers. During descent, look for the dramatic contrast between the dry desert and the lush green oasis of the Fergana Valley.
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St. Petersburg Panorama
Aerial views of the Neva River delta and the northern city outskirts immediately after departure from Pulkovo.
European Taiga
Dense, dark green boreal forests stretching across the Vologda and Kirov regions of Russia.
Southern Ural Foothills
The ancient, weathered ridges marking the geographic border between Europe and Asia.
Kazakh Steppe
An endless horizon of golden grasslands and remote nomadic trails in Central Kazakhstan.
Tien Shan Spurs
The snow-dusted northern ridges of the Celestial Mountains as the flight enters Kyrgyz airspace.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during late afternoon flights, which highlights the textures of the Russian forests and the rolling Kazakh steppes. It is also the better side for spotting the distant sparkle of northern salt lakes in the Kazakh interior.
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Get eSIMs for KyrgyzstanDistance: 3,607 km (2,241 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 15 min
Departure: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Arrival: OSS (40.6090011597, 72.793296814)
Route Type: International
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