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NSK → KUF
Which side of the plane to sit from Norilsk-Alykel Airport (Norilsk) to Kurumoch International Airport (Samara)?
Left Side of the Plane
Provides the most dramatic views of the central Ural Mountains ridge and the iconic Samara Bend on the Volga River during the final approach.
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Yenisey River Valley
View the massive, deep-blue artery of Siberia flowing south shortly after departure from Norilsk.
Western Siberian Taiga
An endless expanse of boreal forest interspersed with vast wetlands and frozen lakes.
Central Ural Mountains
The ancient geological border between Europe and Asia, featuring rugged ridges and deep valleys.
Kama River Basin
Broad silver water ribbons snaking through the industrial heartland of the Pre-Urals.
Zhiguli Mountains
Stunning limestone cliffs and forested hills that form the famous Samara Bend on the Volga River.
Choose the left side for the best lighting during daylight flights as the sun will be to the south. Keep your camera ready during the final 20 minutes of the flight; the aircraft often banks over the Samara Bend, providing a world-class view of the Volga River's U-turn. In winter, look for the 'snow roads' carved into the white wilderness below.
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Arctic Tundra
The stark, treeless landscape surrounding Norilsk, showing unique permafrost patterns from above.
Ob River Delta Reach
Distant views of the northern stretches of one of the world's longest river systems.
Northern Ural Peaks
Sharp, snow-capped summits of the northern Ural range visible on the western horizon.
Votkinsk Reservoir
A massive man-made sea on the Kama River, particularly striking during the spring thaw.
Naberezhnye Chelny
The sprawling industrial layout of this major city is often visible as you transition into the Volga region.
The right side is superior for night flights, as it faces north toward the Arctic, offering a high probability of spotting the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) during winter months. During the summer 'White Nights,' this side provides a constant, ethereal twilight glow along the horizon. Watch for the transition from the white Arctic desert to the dark green Siberian forests.
Book Hotels in SamaraDistance: 2,574 km (1,599 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 26 min
Departure: NSK (69.31109619140625, 87.33219909667969)
Arrival: KUF (53.504901885986, 50.16429901123)
Route Type: Domestic
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