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Which side of the plane to sit from Nogliki Airport (Nogliki) to Khabarovsk-Novy Airport (Khabarovsk)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior variety of scenery, transitioning from the northern Sakhalin landscapes across the Tatar Strait to the UNESCO-listed Sikhote-Alin mountains and the dramatic Amur River delta.

Right Side Highlights
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Tatar Strait

The strategic and scenic narrow waterway separating Sakhalin Island from the Russian mainland.

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Amur River Estuary

The massive confluence where the Amur River meets the sea, often showing distinct sediment plumes.

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Sikhote-Alin Range

A vast, wild mountain system covered in dense taiga, famous for its biodiversity.

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Amur River Meanders

As you approach Khabarovsk, the river forms complex braided channels and wetlands.

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Khabarovsk Skyline

Aerial views of the city's urban layout and its iconic bridges during the final descent.

This is the preferred side for geographic variety. On afternoon flights, the sun will be behind you, providing excellent lighting for the Sikhote-Alin mountains. Watch closely for the transition from the strait to the mainland, as the landscape changes dramatically from water to dense forest.

Left Side Highlights
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Sea of Okhotsk

Expansive views of the deep blue northern waters stretching toward the Pacific.

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East Sakhalin Mountains

The rugged spine of the island featuring sharp ridges and deep valleys.

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Coastal Shelf Ice

During winter and early spring, look for intricate patterns of pack ice along the shore.

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Lunsky Bay

A glimpse of the unique coastal lagoons and sandbars on the eastern edge of the island.

Sit on this side for morning flights to witness the sunrise over the Sea of Okhotsk. It provides a more serene, maritime perspective. In winter, the white-on-blue contrast of the ice floes is particularly photogenic.

Top Activities in Khabarovsk
Route Information

Distance: 671 km (417 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 7 min

Departure: NGK (51.780102, 143.13900800000002)

Arrival: KHV (48.52799987793, 135.18800354004)

Route Type: Domestic

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