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TBS → SCO
Which side of the plane to sit from Tbilisi International Airport (Tbilisi) to Aktau Airport (Aktau)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic snow-capped peaks of the Greater Caucasus immediately after takeoff and a stunning view of the rugged Mangystau coastline during the descent into Aktau.
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Greater Caucasus Range
Breathtaking views of the high-altitude mountain spine separating Georgia from Russia shortly after departure.
Mount Kazbek
If the flight path trends slightly north, the iconic 5,047m stratovolcano is visible to the northwest of Tbilisi.
Dagestan Coastline
The point where the Caucasian foothills meet the western shores of the Caspian Sea near Makhachkala.
Mangystau Steppe
The stark, beautiful desert landscape of western Kazakhstan as you cross from the sea to land.
Karagiye Depression
Views of one of the lowest points on Earth, a massive trench located just east of the city of Aktau.
For the best mountain photography, choose a morning flight when the sun illuminates the southern face of the Caucasus. As this is a short flight of roughly an hour, keep your window shade up from the moment of takeoff. The most dramatic terrain occurs in the first 15 minutes and the final 10 minutes of the journey.
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Tbilisi Kura Valley
Views of the winding Mtkvari River and the outskirts of the Georgian capital during initial climb.
Lesser Caucasus
Distant views of the undulating green ridges of southern Georgia and the Armenian borderlands.
Caspian Maritime Traffic
Spotting cargo vessels and oil-related shipping traversing the central Caspian Sea corridor.
Aktau Sea Port
View of the major industrial port facilities and the urban layout of Aktau upon final approach.
The right side is ideal for passengers who prefer to avoid direct sunlight during midday flights, as the sun will be positioned to the south. While less mountainous, it offers a great perspective of the vastness of the Caspian Sea and the industrial significance of the Aktau coastline.
Book Hotels in AktauDistance: 557 km (346 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 56 min
Departure: TBS (41.6692008972, 44.95470047)
Arrival: SCO (43.8601, 51.091999)
Route Type: International
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