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OVB → FEG
Which side of the plane to sit from Tolmachevo Airport (Novosibirsk) to Fergana International Airport (Fergana)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic scenery, featuring the vast Lake Balkhash and the spectacular snow-capped peaks of the Tien Shan mountains as you descend into the Fergana Valley.
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Altai Foothills
The southern reaches of the Altai mountains are visible shortly after crossing the Russian-Kazakh border.
Lake Balkhash
One of the largest lakes in Asia, famous for its unique half-fresh, half-saline water composition.
Tien Shan Range
Majestic high-altitude peaks and glaciers that mark the northern rim of the Fergana Valley.
Saryarka Steppe
The vast golden grasslands of Central Kazakhstan, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its unique biodiversity.
Namangan Views
Aerial perspectives of the urban sprawl in the northern part of the Fergana Valley during the final descent.
Book a window seat on the left for morning flights to see the sun illuminate the Tien Shan peaks. This side provides the best view of Lake Balkhash, which is the midpoint highlight. Keep your camera ready as you cross the border into Uzbekistan for the most dramatic mountain vistas.
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Ob River System
Broad views of the Ob river and its sprawling floodplains immediately after departing Novosibirsk.
Karaganda City
The industrial layout of Kazakhstan's major coal-mining hub is often visible from high altitude.
Betpak-Dala
The 'Hungry Steppe,' a vast desert plateau with striking geological textures and arid beauty.
Tashkent Approach
Depending on air traffic control, the right side may catch glimpses of the distant Uzbek capital to the west.
Choose the right side if traveling during the afternoon to avoid the direct glare of the sun. While less mountainous, it offers incredible views of the geometric patterns of the Kazakh desert and the initial crossing of the Ob River. It is generally quieter for photography due to the back-lighting.
Book Hotels in FerganaDistance: 1,818 km (1,130 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 25 min
Departure: OVB (55.012599945068, 82.650703430176)
Arrival: FEG (40.3587989807, 71.7450027466)
Route Type: International
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