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SVO → FRU
Which side of the plane to sit from Sheremetyevo International Airport (Moscow) to Manas International Airport (Bishkek)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the dramatic transition from the Russian heartland through the Kyzylkum desert, culminating in a breathtaking panorama of the snow-capped Tian Shan mountains during the final approach into Bishkek.
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Russian Heartland
A patchwork of agricultural fields and rural villages throughout central and southern Russia.
Aral Sea Basin
Views of the stark salt flats and the environmental remnants of the Aral Sea region in the distance.
Kyzylkum Desert
Intricate geometric patterns and red sand dunes stretching across the southern Kazakh territory.
Syr Darya River
The sight of the vital emerald-colored river snaking through the arid desert landscape.
Tian Shan Mountains
A spectacular front-row seat to the massive, snow-capped 'Celestial Mountains' south of Bishkek during the landing sequence.
The right side is the definitive choice for the arrival; as the plane descends into Manas Airport, the Ala-Too range provides a stunning backdrop. Keep your camera ready about 2 hours into the flight for desert textures, and watch for the dramatic shift from flat plains to high mountains in the final 20 minutes.
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Moscow Suburbs
Aerial view of the sprawling Moscow metropolitan area and the dense forests surrounding Sheremetyevo.
Volga River
A crossing of Europe's longest river, often seen near the Samara or Ulyanovsk regions depending on the corridor.
Southern Urals
The low, rolling hills marking the geographic boundary between Europe and Asia.
Kazakh Steppe
An endless expanse of golden plains and remote nomadic landscapes as you cross into Central Asia.
Kyrgyz Ala-Too
The first glimpses of the northern ridges of the Tian Shan range appearing on the horizon during descent.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct glare, or for night flights to see the city lights of Samara and Karaganda. In the final 30 minutes, look for the faint blue shape of Lake Balkhash far to the east.
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Get eSIMs for KyrgyzstanDistance: 2,987 km (1,856 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 59 min
Departure: SVO (55.972599, 37.4146)
Arrival: FRU (43.0612983704, 74.4776000977)
Route Type: International
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