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MRV → SCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Mineralnyye Vody Airport (Mineralnye Vody) to Aktau Airport (Aktau)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the Great Caucasus Range shortly after takeoff and provides the best perspective of the Aktau coastline and city during arrival.
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Mount Elbrus
On clear days, Europe's highest peak can be seen as a massive white dome to the southwest shortly after departure.
Greater Caucasus Range
A continuous horizon of jagged, snow-capped peaks stretching toward the Caspian Sea to the south.
Makhachkala Coast
The shoreline of the Dagestan region where the mountains meet the Caspian sea before the crossing.
Caspian Sea Vessels
Spot cargo ships and tankers navigating the waters between Russia and Kazakhstan.
Aktau Skyline
A fantastic view of the city of Aktau, built directly on the shore, during the landing sequence.
For the best experience, choose a window seat on the right side on a morning flight. The sun will illuminate the Caucasus Mountains to the south, providing perfect lighting for photography. Look out early as the best mountain views occur within the first 15-20 minutes of flight.
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Stavropol Steppes
The geometric patterns of southern Russian agricultural fields during the initial ascent from Mineralnyye Vody.
Northern Caspian View
The vast, calm expanse of the world's largest inland sea, showing the transition from land to water.
Mangystau Desert
The stark, arid landscape of western Kazakhstan as the aircraft prepares for its final descent into Aktau.
Aktau Industrial Port
View of the shipping lanes and industrial infrastructure that powers the regional economy on the eastern shore.
The left side is preferable for afternoon flights to avoid direct sun glare. It provides a good view of the Karagiye Depression, one of the world's lowest points, if the flight path tracks slightly further north during the approach to SCO.
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Get eSIMs for KazakhstanDistance: 641 km (398 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min
Departure: MRV (44.22510147094727, 43.08190155029297)
Arrival: SCO (43.8601, 51.091999)
Route Type: International
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