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OVB → KJA
Which side of the plane to sit from Tolmachevo Airport (Novosibirsk) to Yemelyanovo Airport (Krasnoyarsk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Kuznetsk Alatau mountain foothills and the impressive approach over the Yenisei River valley near Krasnoyarsk.
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Kuznetsk Alatau Peaks
Distal views of the rugged mountain range bordering the Kemerovo region to the south.
Kuzbass Industry
Glimpses of massive open-pit coal mines and industrial hubs characteristic of this region.
Yenisei River Valley
Spectacular views of one of the world's largest river systems as you descend into KJA.
Stolby Pillars
The famous volcanic rock formations of the Stolby Nature Sanctuary visible south of the city.
Siberian Foothills
The transition from the West Siberian Plain to the rolling hills of the Sayan foothills.
Sit on the right for the iconic view of the Yenisei River during the final approach. Late afternoon flights offer golden hour lighting on the mountain ridges. In winter, the contrast between the black industrial landscapes and white snow is particularly striking.
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Novosibirsk Skyline
A broad view of the city and the Academic Town (Akademgorodok) upon departure from OVB.
Vast Taiga
Miles of dense Siberian coniferous forest stretching north toward the Arctic circle.
Trans-Siberian Arteries
Visible segments of the historic railway lines cutting through the forest landscape.
Chulym River
Deeply meandering river loops that create intricate silver patterns in the green landscape.
Best during early morning flights when the low sun illuminates the frost or mist over the northern marshes. Keep your window shade open during the first 15 minutes to spot the Ob River bridges.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 631 km (392 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 3 min
Departure: OVB (55.012599945068, 82.650703430176)
Arrival: KJA (56.172901, 92.493301)
Route Type: Domestic
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