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NOJ β TJM
Which side of the plane to sit from Noyabrsk Airport (Noyabrsk) to Roshchino International Airport (Tyumen)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior view of the historical landmarks and the dramatic confluence of the Irtysh and Tobol rivers.
West Siberian Taiga
Vast, unbroken stretches of coniferous forest typical of the Tyumen region's northern reaches.
Irtysh River Bends
Spectacular views of the meandering Irtysh River as it winds through the lowlands toward the north.
Tobolsk Kremlin
On a clear path, you can spot the white stone walls of Siberia's only stone Kremlin sitting atop the hill.
Tyumen Urban View
A full view of the regional capital's skyline and the Tura River embankment during the final approach.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare while capturing the historical landscape of Tobolsk. Keep your camera ready about 45-50 minutes after takeoff for the best view of the Irtysh river junctions. In winter, the contrast between the white snow and the dark taiga is particularly photogenic.
Ob River Basin
Distal views of the massive Ob river system, one of the longest in the world.
Energy Infrastructure
Occasional sightings of oil and gas processing facilities and flares dotting the wilderness.
Frozen Wetlands
A mosaic of thousands of small, circular lakes that look like silver mirrors in summer or white patches in winter.
Tura River Valley
Follows the green valley of the Tura River as the plane descends into Roshchino Airport.
The right side is excellent for afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Siberian plains. Look for the industrial 'flicker' of gas flares in the distance, which are especially visible during twilight or night flights. During the summer, the late-setting sun provides a golden hour that lasts for several hours at these latitudes.
Distance: 862 km (536 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: NOJ (63.18330001831055, 75.2699966430664)
Arrival: TJM (57.1896018982, 65.3243026733)
Route Type: Domestic
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