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Our Recommendation
9.0

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Caucasus Mountains, the vast expanse of the Caspian Sea, and the stunning transition into the Kyzylkum Desert.

Right Side Highlights
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Black Sea Coastline

Aerial views of the deep blue waters and the lush coastal regions of Georgia and the Caucasus.

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Greater Caucasus Range

Breathtaking views of Europe's highest peaks, including the jagged, glaciated summits of the Georgian mountains.

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Caspian Sea Crossing

A long transit over the world's largest inland body of water, often showing turquoise coastal shallows near Baku.

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Kyzylkum Desert

The 'Red Sand' desert of Uzbekistan, featuring vast dunes and unique geological formations as far as the eye can see.

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Syr Darya River

The lifeblood of Central Asia, snaking through the arid landscape toward the Aral Sea basin.

This is the superior side for iconic landmarks. Ensure you are seated by the window about 2.5 to 3 hours into the flight to catch the Caucasus Mountains. On morning flights, the sun will be behind you or directly above, highlighting the desert colors beautifully. Request a seat away from the wing for unobstructed views of the desert floor.

Left Side Highlights
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Baltic Woodlands

Dense, deep-green forest canopies of Latvia and Lithuania during the initial climb out of Riga.

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Eastern European Hubs

Distant views of major urban centers like Warsaw as the flight tracks south-east toward the Black Sea.

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Volga Delta

The intricate network of the northern Caspian drainage systems and the vast Russian steppes.

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Chatkal Range

The snow-capped peaks of the Western Tian Shan mountains visible during the final descent into Tashkent.

Sit on the left if you prefer soft, indirect lighting for photography. This side avoids the harsh southern sun for most of the flight. Watch for the dramatic change from the flat Eurasian plains to the sudden rise of the Uzbek mountains near the end of the journey.

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Route Information

Distance: 3,641 km (2,262 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 17 min

Departure: RIX (56.92359924316406, 23.971099853515625)

Arrival: TAS (41.257900238000005, 69.2811965942)

Route Type: International

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