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SCW → UCT
Which side of the plane to sit from Syktyvkar Airport (Syktyvkar) to Ukhta Airport (Ukhta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the meandering Vychegda river system and the industrial heart of the Komi Republic as you approach the oil-rich region of Ukhta.
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Ezhva Industrial Hub
Massive scale of the Mondi Syktyvkar pulp and paper mill, one of the largest in Russia.
Vychegda Meanders
Spectacular oxbow lakes and complex river bends winding through the dense forest canopy.
Oil Infrastructure
Visible pipeline clearings and service roads cutting straight lines through the taiga as you approach Ukhta.
Sosnogorsk Complex
The industrial outskirts and gas processing facilities near the confluence of the Izhma and Ukhta rivers.
The right side is ideal for photographers interested in the intersection of nature and industry. Watch for the dramatic river curves early in the flight and the industrial gas flares near Ukhta during night flights.
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Syktyvkar Skyline
Bird's-eye view of the regional capital and the central administrative districts shortly after takeoff.
Pristine Taiga
Vast expanses of untouched Boreal forest stretching toward the Pechora Lowland.
Timan Ridge
Ancient, low-lying geological formations of the Timansky Kryazh visible in the distance to the west.
Snow-covered Marshes
Intricate patterns of frozen wetlands and small lakes that dominate the landscape during winter months.
Sit on the left for a better view of the sunset during winter afternoon flights. Keep an eye out for the Timan Ridge's subtle elevations which are best seen with the low-angle sun creating long shadows.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 262 km (163 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 26 min
Departure: SCW (61.64699935913086, 50.84510040283203)
Arrival: UCT (63.56689834594727, 53.8046989440918)
Route Type: Domestic
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