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Which side of the plane to sit from Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg) to Kulob Airport (Kulyab)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Pamir-Alay mountain ranges during the descent and the winding Volga River mid-flight.

Left Side Highlights
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St. Petersburg Departure

Clear views of the Neva River, the Hermitage, and the historic center immediately after takeoff from Pulkovo.

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Volga River Bend

The flight crosses the massive Volga River near Samara, showcasing its vast width and many islands.

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Kyzylkum Desert

Witness the striking red-sand dunes and unique geological ridges of the Central Asian desert landscapes.

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Fan Mountains

Spectacular views of the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Fan Mountains in western Tajikistan as you begin your descent.

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Pamir-Alay Range

The final approach provides a breathtaking panorama of the high-altitude ridges surrounding the Kulyab valley.

Choose a window seat forward of the wing for unobstructed views of the Pamir foothills. For day flights departing St. Petersburg in the morning, the sun will be on the right side, giving the left side better, glare-free lighting for photography. During the final 30 minutes, keep your camera ready for the high-altitude alpine lakes visible between the peaks.

Right Side Highlights
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Gulf of Finland

Stunning views of the Baltic coastline and the Kronstadt naval base if the aircraft takes off toward the west.

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Distant Moscow

On a clear day, the distant sprawling urban landscape of the Russian capital can be seen to the west early in the flight.

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Ustyurt Plateau

Observe the dramatic cliff edges and canyons where the Kazakh steppe meets the ancient seabed.

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Amu Darya River

The historic 'Oxus' river appears as a silver ribbon cutting through the arid plains of the Uzbek-Turkmen border.

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Hissar Valley

Lush agricultural plains and irrigation networks that contrast sharply with the surrounding barren mountains.

The right side is ideal for catching sunset colors over the Caspian basin if you are on a late afternoon flight. Watch for the 'ship cemetery' textures in the dry sections of the Aral Sea basin. However, be aware that the afternoon sun can be quite intense on this side, making the cabin warm and photography difficult without a polarizing filter.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,681 km (2,287 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 20 min

Departure: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)

Arrival: TJU (37.98809814453125, 69.80500030517578)

Route Type: International

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