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NMA → DME
Which side of the plane to sit from Namangan Airport (Namangan) to Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the snow-capped Western Tian Shan mountains during takeoff from the Fergana Valley and provides a better angle for the dramatic Samara Bend as you cross the Volga River.
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Western Tian Shan
Spectacular views of the Chatkal and Kurama mountain ranges with peaks often covered in snow year-round.
Tashkent Outskirts
A distant view of the Uzbek capital's metropolitan area and the Charvak Reservoir to the north.
Mugodzhar Hills
The southern extension of the Ural Mountains in Kazakhstan, appearing as ancient, weathered ridges.
Samara Bend
A massive, horseshoe-shaped loop in the Volga River near the city of Samara, a highlight of the Russian leg.
DME Approach
Views of the dense forests surrounding Domodedovo and the intricate highway networks leading into the Russian capital.
The right side is the 'mountain side' for the first 20 minutes of the flight. For the best photos of the Tian Shan, ensure your window is clean before takeoff. In the winter months, the Kazakh steppe on this side looks like an endless white tundra. As the plane descends into DME, the right side often provides a clearer view of the airport layout during the final turn.
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Fergana Valley Basin
Witness the lush, agricultural heart of Uzbekistan contrasted against the surrounding arid peaks immediately after takeoff.
Aral Karakum Desert
View the vast, shifting sands and harsh landscapes of the Kyzylkum and Aral Karakum as the flight heads northwest.
Aral Sea Basin
In the distance, the remnants of the Aral Sea basin showcase a stark environmental landscape of salt flats and dry lake beds.
Saratov Bridge
As you enter Russian airspace, look for the massive Volga River and the urban sprawl of Saratov and Engels.
Central Russian Upland
The landscape shifts to a mosaic of golden wheat fields and dense European deciduous forests nearing Moscow.
Sit on the left if you want to avoid direct sunlight on morning flights from Namangan. This side is excellent for seeing the transition from the Central Asian deserts to the fertile Russian plains. Watch for the Volga River crossing roughly 1 hour before landing; the contrast between the water and the agricultural grid is highly photogenic.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 2,922 km (1,816 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 54 min
Departure: NMA (40.9846000671, 71.5567016602)
Arrival: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Route Type: International
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