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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers an unparalleled view of the Greater Caucasus range, including the snow-capped peaks of Mount Elbrus, along with superior perspectives of the Caspian and Black Sea coastlines.

Left Side Highlights
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Kyzylkum Desert

Vast stretches of red sand and desert dunes visible shortly after departing Tashkent.

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Baku & Caspian Sea

Aerial views of the 'City of Winds' and the deep blue Caspian waters as you cross into Azerbaijan.

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Greater Caucasus

Breathtaking proximity to the high peaks of the Caucasus, often including the double-headed Mount Elbrus.

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Black Sea Traverse

A long stretch over the water with views of the southern coastline and its transition into the Balkans.

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Southern Carpathians

Dramatic mountain passes and dense forests as the flight crosses into Romanian and European airspace.

For the best experience, choose a seat behind the wing on the left. The Caucasus mountains usually appear 2 to 2.5 hours after takeoff; this is the flight's scenic peak. Since you are flying West, the sun will be on the left or south side, so morning flights offer better lighting than late afternoon when glare becomes intense. Seasonally, winter offers the most dramatic views of the snow-covered peaks across the entire route.

Right Side Highlights
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Northern Caspian

Views over the shallower, lighter blue waters of the northern inland sea toward the Kazakh coast.

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Black Sea Horizon

The vast expanse of the northern Black Sea looking toward the Crimean Peninsula and the mouth of the Danube.

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Transylvanian Plains

Broad views of the Romanian plains and historic cities stretching toward the northern horizon.

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High Tatra Mountains

The jagged northern ridges of the Carpathian range visible on the horizon over Slovakia.

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Frankfurt Approach

The final descent over the dense German forests and the Main river toward the Frankfurt financial district.

The right side is ideal for travelers who prefer indirect light for photography, avoiding direct sun glare. While you miss the highest Caucasus peaks, you get a broader view of the vast Eurasian steppes and the northern reaches of the Black Sea. Keep an eye out for the distinctive 'Mainhattan' skyline during the final 15 minutes of the flight if the approach path comes from the east.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,684 km (2,911 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 31 min

Departure: TAS (41.257900238000005, 69.2811965942)

Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)

Route Type: International

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