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OVB → NUX
Which side of the plane to sit from Tolmachevo Airport (Novosibirsk) to Novy Urengoy Airport (Novy Urengoy)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Novosibirsk cityscape immediately after takeoff and dramatic perspectives of the winding Ob River as you head deep into the Siberian north.
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Novosibirsk Skyline
Panoramic views of Russia's third-largest city, including the Bugrinsky Bridge and the Ob River banks.
Siberian Taiga
Endless stretches of dark coniferous forests that define the middle section of the journey.
Ob River Meanders
Spectacular views of the river's complex curves and oxbow lakes as the flight path parallels the water.
Gas Field Flares
Bright orange glows from gas extraction infrastructure as you approach the energy hub of Novy Urengoy.
Industrial Hubs
Views of remote northern settlements and infrastructure supporting the massive Urengoy gas field.
The right side is essential for the best view of Novosibirsk after departure. During the winter months, look for the 'snow roads' (zimniks) carved through the wilderness. As you approach Novy Urengoy, look for the industrial gas flares which are particularly striking during the 'Polar Night' or early morning landings when they pierce the dark landscape.
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Ob Reservoir
The massive 'Ob Sea' visible south of the airport during initial climb patterns.
Vasyugan Swamp
Aerial view of the world's largest peat bog system with intricate water patterns and mossy patches.
Frozen Lakes
A dense network of thousands of thermokarst lakes that characterize the West Siberian Plain.
Arctic Transition
Visual shift from the dense green taiga forest to the open, sparse tundra of the Yamal-Nenets region.
Sit on the left for evening flights to catch the sunset reflecting off the vast wetlands of the West Siberian Plain. It is also the best side for seeing the Vasyugan Swamp, which is a UNESCO-recognized geographic marvel. Keep your camera ready about 30-40 minutes into the flight for the most complex bog patterns.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,273 km (791 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 42 min
Departure: OVB (55.012599945068, 82.650703430176)
Arrival: NUX (66.06939697265625, 76.52030181884766)
Route Type: Domestic
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