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NSK → KJA
Which side of the plane to sit from Norilsk-Alykel Airport (Norilsk) to Yemelyanovo Airport (Krasnoyarsk)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the Putorana Plateau's ancient basalt traps and the dramatic transition from the Arctic tundra to the dense Siberian taiga.
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Putorana Plateau
A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring flat-topped basalt mountains and deep canyons formed by ancient volcanic activity.
Lake Dyupkun
A long, narrow tectonic lake nestled within the rugged valleys of the Central Siberian Plateau.
Central Siberian Taiga
The vast expanse of dark coniferous forest that begins to dominate the landscape as you fly south.
Angara River Confluence
The point where the massive Angara River joins the Yenisei, visible shortly before the descent into Krasnoyarsk.
Kheta River Basin
Intricate patterns of frozen meandering rivers and thermokarst lakes visible in the early stages of the flight.
Sit on the left for the first 30-40 minutes of the flight to see the Putorana Plateau. In winter, this side is best for catching the low Arctic sun hitting the basalt cliffs. In summer, the 24-hour daylight ensures visibility even on late-night flights.
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Yenisei River
One of the world's greatest river systems, which the flight path roughly parallels for its entire duration.
Igarka and Turukhansk
Isolated settlements along the Yenisei that serve as vital outposts in the remote northern wilderness.
Western Siberian Plain
The flat, marshy horizon to the west, contrasting sharply with the mountainous terrain to the east.
Norilsk Industrial Zone
A massive industrial landscape visible immediately after takeoff from NSK airport.
The right side is ideal for tracking the Yenisei River's winding path. During late May and June, look for massive ice floes moving downriver. On the approach to Krasnoyarsk, this side often provides views of the sprawling city and the surrounding Stolby Nature Reserve rocks.
Book Hotels in KrasnoyarskDistance: 1,483 km (921 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 59 min
Departure: NSK (69.31109619140625, 87.33219909667969)
Arrival: KJA (56.172901, 92.493301)
Route Type: Domestic
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