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NAJ β KVD
Which side of the plane to sit from Nakhchivan Airport (Nakhchivan) to Ganja Airport (Ganja)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the iconic Mount Ararat shortly after takeoff, followed by the jagged peaks of the Lesser Caucasus and the massive Mingachevir Reservoir during the descent.
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Mount Ararat
A stunning, close-up view of the legendary 5,137m peak shortly after departure as the plane enters Turkish airspace.
Aras River Basin
The natural border between Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Iran, carving through the dramatic landscape.
MurovdaΔ Range
The highest mountain range in the Lesser Caucasus, featuring sharp ridges and deep valleys.
Mingachevir Reservoir
The largest body of water in the Caucasus, visible as a vast blue expanse during the approach to Ganja.
Goygol National Park
The lush green slopes and dense forests of the Lesser Caucasus foothills near the destination.
The right side is essential for seeing Mount Ararat. Book an afternoon flight to ensure the sun is behind the plane, illuminating the peak perfectly. Have your camera ready within 10 minutes of takeoff from NAJ.
Book Hotels in GanjaGreater Caucasus Range
On clear days, the distant snow-capped peaks of the main Caucasus ridge are visible on the northern horizon.
Kura River Valley
The fertile plains and the snaking path of the Kura River as it flows through the Georgian-Azerbaijani borderlands.
Eastern Anatolian Plateau
The high-altitude agricultural patterns of eastern Turkey during the flight's western detour.
Nakhchivan Exclave
Panoramic views of the rugged, arid mountains surrounding the Nakhchivan city area during initial climb.
Sit toward the front to avoid wing obstruction when looking for the Greater Caucasus. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the northern mountain ranges without the haze of the afternoon sun.
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Get eSIMs for AzerbaijanDistance: 187 km (116 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: NAJ (39.18880081176758, 45.45840072631836)
Arrival: KVD (40.737701416015625, 46.31760025024414)
Route Type: Domestic
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