OSS → KZN

Tien Shan Mountains

Breathtaking views of the snow-capped 'Celestial Mountains' to the north and east during the first stage of flight.

Kazakh Steppe

A mesmerizing, endless horizon of golden grasslands and remote settlements across central Kazakhstan.

Southern Ural Mountains

The ancient, weather-worn peaks of the Urals may be visible on the horizon as the flight crosses into Russia.

Kazan Cityscape

A prime view of the Kazan Kremlin's white walls and the Qol Sharif Mosque's blue minarets during the descent.

Kama River

The majestic meeting point where the Kama River joins the Volga, creating a vast inland sea effect near the airport.

Fergana Valley

Aerial views of the densely populated and fertile agricultural heartland of Central Asia immediately after takeoff.

Kyzylkum Desert

The vast expanse of the red sand desert stretching across northern Uzbekistan and southern Kazakhstan.

Syr Darya River

Visible as a winding silver ribbon snaking through the arid landscapes of the Kazakh steppe.

Kuibyshev Reservoir

As the plane nears Kazan, the massive water surface of the Volga river system comes into view on the left.