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SCO → GUW
Which side of the plane to sit from Aktau Airport (Aktau) to Atyrau Airport (Atyrau)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the Caspian Sea coastline and the intricate Ural River delta during the final approach into Atyrau.
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Caspian Sea Shoreline
Observe the sharp contrast between the turquoise Caspian waters and the arid yellow sands of the Mangystau region.
Koshkar-Ata Lake
A large artificial lake near Aktau with distinct industrial colors, visible shortly after departure from SCO.
Tyuleny Archipelago
Low-lying, sandy islands in the northeastern Caspian that provide a unique perspective on the sea's shallow northern basin.
Ural River Delta
The green, marshy fingers of the Ural River delta as it empties into the sea, marking the border between Europe and Asia.
Book an evening flight to witness the sun setting over the Caspian Sea. During winter months, this side allows you to see the pack ice that often forms in the shallow northern waters of the Caspian.
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Mangystau Steppe
A vast expanse of Central Asian desert featuring rugged terrain and the characteristic loneliness of the steppe.
Dead Kultuk Salt Flats
A former bay of the Caspian Sea that has become a massive, shimmering salt pan with complex geometric textures.
Buzachi Peninsula
View the massive scale of the Kazakh energy industry with visible oil fields, pipelines, and industrial settlements.
The right side is best during morning flights when the sun is behind you, providing clear light for photographing the desert textures. Look for the Karagiye Depression south of the flight path during the initial climb.
Book Hotels in AtyrauDistance: 367 km (228 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 37 min
Departure: SCO (43.8601, 51.091999)
Arrival: GUW (47.12189865112305, 51.8213996887207)
Route Type: Domestic
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