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Our Recommendation
8.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides a superior view of the high peaks of the Greater Caucasus and the industrial intrigue of the Caspian Sea's offshore oil fields.

Left Side Highlights
8.8
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London Departure

Clear views of Central London, the Thames, and the City skyline shortly after takeoff from LHR.

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Rhine-Ruhr Valley

Overview of Germany's industrial heartland and the winding Rhine River as the flight traverses Central Europe.

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Greater Caucasus Mountains

Breathtaking views of the highest peaks in Europe, including the snow-capped Mount Elbrus if the path is northerly.

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Baku Peninsula

Aerial view of Baku, the Absheron Peninsula, and the sprawling oil infrastructure protruding into the Caspian.

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North Caspian Sea

The unique turquoise and grey hues of the shallow northern Caspian waters before crossing into Turkmenistan.

Sit on the left (port) for the best views of the Caucasus. Flights often depart London in the afternoon, meaning the left side avoids the direct southern sun glare. Use a flight tracker to see if the path crosses directly over the Black Sea or skirts the northern coast; if northern, the left side offers the best shoreline views of Crimea and southern Russia.

Right Side Highlights
7.5
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Central European Plains

Views of the diverse agricultural landscapes of Germany, Austria, and Hungary.

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Danube River

Sightings of the 'Blue Danube' as it snakes through various European capitals toward the Black Sea.

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Western Black Sea

Panoramic views of the Bulgarian and Romanian coastlines as the aircraft enters the maritime transit.

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Kopet Dag Range

The dramatic, arid mountains forming the border between Turkmenistan and Iran visible on descent into Ashgabat.

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Ashgabat Marble City

The 'City of White Marble' reveals its unique geometric architecture and golden domes on final approach.

Choose the right (starboard) for views of the Kopet Dag mountains during the final approach. This side may experience significant sun glare during westbound legs of a midday flight. For nighttime arrivals, the right side often catches the glowing lights of the expansive Ashgabat monument parks and illuminated white marble buildings.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,741 km (2,946 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 35 min

Departure: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)

Arrival: ASB (37.986801, 58.361)

Route Type: International

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