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OVB → TSE
Which side of the plane to sit from Tolmachevo Airport (Novosibirsk) to Astana International Airport (Tselinograd)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the massive Novosibirsk Reservoir shortly after takeoff and the strikingly white salt lakes of Northern Kazakhstan during the descent.
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Novosibirsk Reservoir
Known as the 'Ob Sea,' this massive artificial lake provides a stunning water vista immediately after departing Tolmachevo.
Kulunda Steppe
A vast agricultural region displaying a vibrant patchwork of geometric fields that change color significantly with the seasons.
Lake Seletyteniz
A large, endorheic salt lake in northern Kazakhstan that appears as a brilliant white or turquoise basin against the arid plains.
Ereymentau Mountains
Ancient, weathered rocky ridges that offer a rare glimpse of vertical relief in the otherwise flat Kazakh landscape.
Sit on the left for the best lighting during morning flights, as the sun will be behind you. Keep your camera ready during the first 10 minutes for the Ob River and the final 20 minutes for the unique Kazakh salt flats.
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Novosibirsk Cityscape
Offers a panoramic view of Siberia's largest city and its industrial infrastructure if the flight departs towards the west.
Baraba Steppe Lakes
A unique geological area featuring thousands of small, circular 'saucer' lakes scattered across the Siberian plain.
Irtysh River Basin
The flight path often parallels or crosses the wetlands associated with this major Siberian waterway near the border.
Astana Skyline
As you approach Astana International, the right side often gets a clear view of the futuristic Baiterek Tower and Khan Shatyr.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the steppe. It also offers the best chance to see the iconic modern architecture of Astana if the aircraft approaches the airport from the north.
Book Hotels in TselinogradDistance: 868 km (539 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 27 min
Departure: OVB (55.012599945068, 82.650703430176)
Arrival: TSE (51.02220153808594, 71.46690368652344)
Route Type: International
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