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ODO → IKT
Which side of the plane to sit from Bodaybo Airport (Bodaibo) to Irkutsk Airport (Irkutsk)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a spectacular vantage point of the northern and central sections of Lake Baikal and the rugged Baikal Mountains as you descend toward Irkutsk.
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Vitim River Loops
The winding gold-rich river valleys immediately following takeoff from Bodaibo.
Patom Highlands
Ancient mountain formations and high-altitude plateaus of the remote Siberian wilderness.
Lake Baikal
Stunning aerial views of the world's deepest lake and its crystal-clear northern waters.
Baikal Mountains
Sharp, snow-capped peaks that line the western shore of the great lake.
Angara River
The primary river of the region flowing from Baikal into Irkutsk during the final descent.
For the most dramatic experience, book a morning flight on the left side to see the sun illuminating the Baikal Mountains. In winter, the frozen lake surface displays incredible turquoise ice cracks and patterns that are best observed from this side. Ensure you are seated behind or ahead of the wing for unobstructed views of the coastline.
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Siberian Taiga
An endless carpet of larch and pine forests stretching toward the horizon.
Lena-Angara Plateau
The vast highland region characterized by undulating hills and deep river valleys.
Remote Siberian Dachas
Scattered wooden settlements and traditional Russian villages visible in the wilderness.
Irkutsk Dam
The massive hydroelectric structure crossing the Angara River on the approach to the city.
Irkutsk Industrial Zone
The expansive industrial and residential outskirts of one of Siberia's largest cities.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to enjoy the Siberian sunset over the taiga. It offers a broader view of the vastness of the plateau and is particularly interesting during the descent into Irkutsk for views of the city's urban layout and the Angara River's industrial infrastructure.
Book Hotels in IrkutskDistance: 882 km (548 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: ODO (57.8661003113, 114.242996216)
Arrival: IKT (52.268001556396, 104.38899993896)
Route Type: Domestic
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