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NJC → SVX
Which side of the plane to sit from Nizhnevartovsk Airport (Nizhnevartovsk) to Koltsovo Airport (Yekaterinburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior perspectives of the Ob River's complex delta system shortly after departure and provides a more direct view of the transition from the West Siberian Plain into the Ural Mountain foothills during descent.
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Surgut Bridge Area
Depending on the departure vector, you may see the impressive cable-stayed bridge over the Ob River near Surgut.
Pristine Taiga
Dense, untouched evergreen forests stretch to the northern horizon, showcasing the scale of the Russian wilderness.
Ural Foothills
As the plane nears Yekaterinburg, the flat terrain begins to roll into the ancient, forested ridges of the Central Urals.
Industrial Landscapes
Clear views of the massive energy infrastructure and pipelines that define the economy of the Tyumen region.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid direct glare while viewing the Ural ridges. Watch for the dramatic change in terrain roughly 45 minutes into the flight as the swampy lowlands give way to higher ground. For the best photos of the river systems, use a fast shutter speed to capture the intricate water patterns.
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Ob River Meanders
Spectacular views of the massive Ob River's southern bends and silty floodplains early in the flight.
West Siberian Wetlands
An endless mosaic of thousands of small kettle lakes and peat bogs characteristic of the Khanty-Mansi region.
Yekaterinburg Skyline
On the final approach to SVX, the left side often captures the high-rise clusters of the 'Yekaterinburg-City' business district.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sun reflecting off the vast Siberian water networks. During winter, look for the 'frozen lace' patterns of the marshes. As you approach SVX, keep your camera ready for the contrast between industrial zones and the city center.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,013 km (629 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: NJC (60.94929885864258, 76.48359680175781)
Arrival: SVX (56.743099212646, 60.802700042725)
Route Type: Domestic
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