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SVX → NSK
Which side of the plane to sit from Koltsovo Airport (Yekaterinburg) to Norilsk-Alykel Airport (Norilsk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the majestic Putorana Plateau and the massive Yenisei River during the final approach phase.
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Siberian Taiga
Endless stretches of pristine coniferous forests and seasonal wetlands extending to the horizon.
Yenisei River
A majestic crossing of this massive Siberian artery shortly before beginning the descent into Norilsk.
Putorana Plateau
A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring breathtaking flat-topped mountains and deep basalt canyons.
Dudinka Port Area
The vital Arctic seaport on the Yenisei that serves as the gateway to the Norilsk region.
The right side is essential for viewing the Putorana Plateau's unique 'trap' rock formations on the approach to Alykel Airport. It also benefits from better natural lighting during daytime flights as the sun remains to the south. Keep your camera ready about 20 minutes before landing for the Yenisei crossing.
Book Hotels in NorilskNorthern Ural Mountains
Dramatic views of the rugged peaks that define the geographic border between Europe and Asia.
Ob River Basin
One of the world's longest river systems, visible as a complex network of channels and floodplains.
Arctic Tundra
The transition from taiga to the stark, treeless landscapes of the Far North.
Norilsk Industrial Landscape
A striking view of one of the world's most remote industrial cities and its vast mining infrastructure.
Choose the left side for the best chance to witness the Aurora Borealis during winter night flights. This side provides a view toward the magnetic north. In summer, the low midnight sun creates long, dramatic shadows over the Ural peaks during late-night departures.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,905 km (1,184 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 32 min
Departure: SVX (56.743099212646, 60.802700042725)
Arrival: NSK (69.31109619140625, 87.33219909667969)
Route Type: Domestic
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