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Which side of the plane to sit from Tolmachevo Airport (Novosibirsk) to Bratsk Airport (Bratsk)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior perspective of the sprawling Bratsk Reservoir and the industrial landmarks of the Angara River during the final descent.

Right Side Highlights
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Kuznetsk Basin

Views of the industrial heartland and mining landscapes of the Kemerovo region to the south.

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Kuznetsk Alatau Peaks

Distant views of the snow-capped mountain ranges on the southern horizon during clear visibility.

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The Bratsk Sea

The massive expanse of the Bratsk Reservoir, one of the largest man-made reservoirs in the world by volume.

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Bratsk Dam

The monumental hydroelectric power station on the Angara River, a marvel of Soviet engineering.

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Industrial Bratsk

Aerial view of the massive timber processing and aluminum smelting complexes that define the city's skyline.

The right side is essential for the approach into Bratsk. You will fly over the southern sections of the Bratsk Reservoir; sit here to see the scale of the 'Bratsk Sea.' During clear days, keep your eyes on the southern horizon early in the flight to spot the faint peaks of the Kuznetsk Alatau mountains.

Left Side Highlights
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Ob River Crossing

Dramatic view of the wide Ob River shortly after departing OVB, especially vibrant during the spring thaw.

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Southern Taiga

Infinite stretches of the world-famous Siberian forest, appearing as a dense green or white carpet depending on the season.

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Chulym River Meanders

The intricate, winding silver threads of the Chulym River as it snakes through the Tomsk and Krasnoyarsk regions.

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Vasyugan Swamp Edge

Glimpses of the northern edges of one of the world's largest swamp systems, showing unique peatland textures.

Choose the left side for morning flights to see the taiga illuminated by the northern sun. Watch for the silver threads of the Chulym and Ket rivers cutting through the dense forest. In winter, the frozen river beds create striking geometric patterns against the endless white landscape.

Top Activities in Bratsk
Route Information

Distance: 1,199 km (745 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min

Departure: OVB (55.012599945068, 82.650703430176)

Arrival: BTK (56.37060165405274, 101.697998046875)

Route Type: Domestic

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