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SKD → SVX
Which side of the plane to sit from Samarkand Airport (Samarkand) to Koltsovo Airport (Yekaterinburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a more diverse geographic display, featuring the red sands of the Kyzylkum Desert and the distant, haunting expanses of the Aral Sea basin transition.
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Kyzylkum Desert
Vibrant red sand dunes and ancient desert landscapes visible shortly after departing the Samarkand region.
Syr Darya River
One of the longest rivers in Central Asia, winding its way through the arid plains of northern Uzbekistan.
Aral Sea Basin
Distant views of the vast salt flats and remnants of the shrinking Aral Sea, showing a dramatic environmental shift.
Mugodzhar Hills
The southern tip of the Ural Mountains appearing as low, rocky ridges amidst the vast Kazakh steppe.
Southern Ural Forests
Dense evergreen forests and hilly terrain as the flight crosses into the Russian Federation near Yekaterinburg.
For the most dramatic experience, book an afternoon flight to see the desert dunes cast long shadows. The left side is also ideal for avoiding direct glare during morning flights heading north. Look out for the stark transition from yellow desert to green forest about 30 minutes before landing.
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Zeravshan Range
Snow-capped mountain peaks to the southeast visible during the initial climb from Samarkand.
Kazakh Steppe
A mesmerizing and seemingly endless horizon of flat, golden grasslands covering the heart of Eurasia.
Kostanay Plains
A patchwork of agricultural fields and remote settlements in northern Kazakhstan near the Russian border.
Chelyabinsk Lakes
Numerous small glacial lakes reflecting the sky as you approach the industrial heart of the Urals.
The right side is perfect for catching the sunrise on early morning departures. Keep your camera ready during the first 15 minutes of flight for views of the Uzbek mountain ranges. In winter, this side offers an uninterrupted view of the 'White Silence'—the snow-covered Siberian-style steppe.
Book Hotels in YekaterinburgDistance: 1,948 km (1,210 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 36 min
Departure: SKD (39.70050048828125, 66.98380279541016)
Arrival: SVX (56.743099212646, 60.802700042725)
Route Type: International
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