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NSK → SVX
Which side of the plane to sit from Norilsk-Alykel Airport (Norilsk) to Koltsovo Airport (Yekaterinburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the Ural Mountain range during the descent into Yekaterinburg and better views of the massive Ob River system's floodplains.
Ob River Basin
Expansive views of the vast marshes and interconnected waterways of the West Siberian Plain.
Ural Mountain Range
The ancient mountain spine separating Europe and Asia, visible as the flight tracks south toward Yekaterinburg.
Taiga Transition
Watch the dramatic change from treeless Arctic tundra to the dense 'Black Taiga' coniferous forests.
Yekaterinburg Skyline
Aerial view of the Ural capital's high-rises and the Iset River during the final landing approach.
For the best mountain views, choose a seat behind the wing to avoid engine heat haze. The Urals are most photogenic in late winter when snow cover highlights the ridges. On evening flights, the right side captures the sunset over the Siberian lowlands, creating a high-contrast view of the mountain silhouettes.
Putorana Plateau Edge
Dramatic views of the basalt trap-rock mountains southeast of Norilsk shortly after takeoff.
Upper Yenisei River
A glimpse of one of the world's largest river systems as it flows toward the Arctic Ocean.
Permafrost Polygons
Geometric ground patterns unique to the Arctic tundra caused by repeated freezing and thawing cycles.
Taz River Meanders
Complex, snake-like river loops visible across the flat West Siberian lowland landscape.
Watch the ground immediately after takeoff to catch the rugged boundaries of the Putorana Plateau. During the midnight sun period (May-July), the lighting remains constant throughout the flight, offering 24-hour visibility of the tundra. Look for the industrial architecture of Norilsk receding in the distance during the climb.
Distance: 1,905 km (1,184 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 32 min
Departure: NSK (69.31109619140625, 87.33219909667969)
Arrival: SVX (56.743099212646, 60.802700042725)
Route Type: Domestic
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