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LHR → TAS
Which side of the plane to sit from London Heathrow Airport (London) to Tashkent International Airport (Tashkent)?
Right Side of the Plane
The Right Side (Starboard) is superior for this route as it offers breathtaking views of the southern European landscapes, the dramatic Caucasus mountain range, and the vast textures of the Central Asian deserts.
The Alps
Distant but majestic views of the snow-capped Alpine peaks as you traverse Central Europe.
Black Sea Coast
Extensive views of the deep blue Black Sea coastline near Georgia and the southern Russian border.
Caucasus Range
The highlight of the trip, featuring the towering peaks of Georgia and Azerbaijan, including Mount Elbrus.
Caspian Sea Crossing
A full transit across the central Caspian, often showcasing offshore oil rigs and deep blue water.
Karakum Desert
The mesmerizing red sand dunes and arid geography of Turkmenistan visible before entering Uzbek airspace.
Baku Peninsula
Clear views of the Absheron Peninsula and the rapidly developing skyline of Baku on the Caspian shore.
The Caucasus Mountains are the crown jewel of this route; they usually appear about 4 to 5 hours into the flight. If you are flying during the day, the sun will be on the right side for much of the journey, so keep your window shade down when not viewing to prevent cabin overheating.
London & Thames
Spectacular views of the London skyline and the winding Thames Estuary immediately after takeoff from Heathrow.
Low Countries Coastline
Views of the intricate canal networks and busy shipping lanes of the Belgian and Dutch coasts.
Northern Caspian Sea
A perspective of the northern reaches of the world's largest inland sea as the flight crosses into Asia.
Ustyurt Plateau
The rugged and desolate beauty of the limestone cliffs and plateaus of western Uzbekistan.
Tashkent Cityscape
A sprawling view of the capital city's green spaces and Soviet-era architecture during the final descent.
For the best visibility of the ground, choose a seat behind the wing to avoid engine heat haze. Since this is an eastbound flight, the left side will be facing north, meaning you will have softer light and less glare for photography throughout most of the journey.
Distance: 5,261 km (3,269 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 11 min
Departure: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)
Arrival: TAS (41.257900238000005, 69.2811965942)
Route Type: International
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