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OVB → SGC
Which side of the plane to sit from Tolmachevo Airport (Novosibirsk) to Surgut Airport (Surgut)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Novosibirsk cityscape and the intricate meandering patterns of the Ob River, which the flight path typically follows or crosses.
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Novosibirsk Panorama
Excellent views of the city's skyline and the Ob Reservoir immediately after takeoff from OVB.
Ob River Curves
Dramatic views of the mighty Ob River as it winds through the lowlands with its many sandbars.
Surgut Bridge
The iconic Yugra Bridge, one of the longest cable-stayed bridges in Siberia, visible on final descent.
Surgut GRES Plants
The massive industrial chimneys and cooling towers of the city's thermal power stations, especially striking at night.
Sit on the right for the best chance to see Novosibirsk shortly after departure. This side generally faces away from the sun on northbound flights, providing clearer, glare-free views of the river networks. Watch for the distinct transition from forest to industrial landscape near Surgut.
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Western Siberian Taiga
Vast, untouched stretches of dense coniferous forest characteristic of the Siberian wilderness.
Vasyugan Swamp
Aerial glimpses of the world's largest swamp system, featuring unique peatland patterns and small lakes.
Western Horizon
On evening flights, this side provides spectacular views of the sun setting over the flat Siberian plains.
Choose this side for evening flights to witness the sunset. Mid-flight, look closely for the silver glint of small, unnamed lakes hidden within the taiga. In winter, the low sun creates dramatic shadows across the snow-covered forest.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 887 km (551 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 29 min
Departure: OVB (55.012599945068, 82.650703430176)
Arrival: SGC (61.34370040893555, 73.40180206298828)
Route Type: Domestic
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