Loading map...
SGC → OSS
Which side of the plane to sit from Surgut Airport (Surgut) to Osh Airport (Osh)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic transition from the vast, flat Siberian lowlands to the towering, snow-capped peaks of the Tian Shan mountains as you approach the Fergana Valley.
Search flights from SGC to OSS
Ob River Basin
Shortly after takeoff, view the complex, winding channels of the Ob River, one of Russia's major waterways cutting through the taiga.
Siberian Taiga
Deep green coniferous forests and vast wetlands dominate the landscape during the first leg of the journey south.
Kazakh Uplands
As you enter Kazakhstan, the terrain shifts to the rugged, semi-arid hills and scattered lakes of the Kazakh Melkosopochnik.
Tian Shan Range
Spectacular views of the 'Heavenly Mountains' appear as you descend towards Kyrgyzstan, featuring high-altitude glaciers and sharp peaks.
Fergana Range
During the final approach, the eastern rim of the Fergana Valley provides a rugged backdrop of ridges and deep valleys.
Sit on the left for the morning sun illuminating the mountains during a southward flight. During the winter, the contrast between the frozen Siberian lakes and the dark forests is particularly striking. Keep your camera ready as you pass the Kazakh border for the change in earth tones from green to ochre.
Get eSIMs for Russia
Get eSIMs for Kyrgyzstan
Betpak-Dala Steppe
View the vast, desolate stretches of the 'Hungry Steppe' in central Kazakhstan, a desert-like region with unique geological patterns.
Syr Darya River
Witness the vital lifeline of Central Asia as it meanders through the arid landscapes towards the former Aral Sea basin.
Chatkal Mountains
On the approach to Osh, look out for the western spurs of the Tian Shan, known for their deep canyons and biodiversity.
Osh Cityscape
As the plane banks for landing, catch a glimpse of one of the world's oldest cities nestled at the base of the mountains.
Sulayman-Too
Spot the UNESCO-listed sacred mountain rising abruptly from the center of Osh during the final descent.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. It provides a better perspective of the vastness of the Kazakh plains and the specific layout of Osh city upon landing. Look for the glint of sunlight on the Syr Darya river in the mid-flight segment.
Book Hotels in OshDistance: 2,306 km (1,433 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 4 min
Departure: SGC (61.34370040893555, 73.40180206298828)
Arrival: OSS (40.6090011597, 72.793296814)
Route Type: International
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.