Passengers will see the sprawling city of Makhachkala and the nearby Caspian Sea coastline, with the dramatic peaks of the Caucasus Mountains rising to the west.
The left side of the aircraft offers a spectacular and continuous panorama of the Greater Caucasus mountain range, featuring snow-capped peaks and the majestic Mount Elbrus throughout the journey.
The right side offers a spectacular combination of the Caspian coastline at departure and the massive Lake Ladoga followed by the historic center of St. Petersburg on approach.
The right side offers spectacular views of the Caspian Sea coastline immediately upon departure from Makhachkala, followed by a unique perspective of the vast Russian plains and the winding Don River system.
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Mangystau coastline and a better angle for the Aktau city approach, with the potential for distant Caucasus mountain views during departure.