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TJM → HMA
Which side of the plane to sit from Roshchino International Airport (Tyumen) to Khanty Mansiysk Airport (Khanty-Mansiysk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the massive Irtysh River's meandering path and the spectacular confluence where it joins the Ob River near Khanty-Mansiysk.
Tyumen Departure
Aerial views of the Tura River and the rapidly expanding urban sprawl of Russia's first Siberian city.
Irtysh River Loops
Dramatic oxbow lakes and serpentine curves of the Irtysh as the flight tracks its northern course.
Ob-Irtysh Confluence
The massive meeting point of two of the world's longest rivers, visible just before landing in Khanty-Mansiysk.
Ugra Arena View
As you descend into HMA, look for the modern architecture of the city's famous biathlon and sports complexes.
Secure a window seat on the right for the final 15 minutes of the flight. This is when the aircraft aligns with the Irtysh valley. The confluence is best seen in summer when the distinct water colors of the two rivers can sometimes be seen mixing. During the 'White Nights' (June), the visibility is excellent even on late-night flights.
West Siberian Taiga
Infinite stretches of dense evergreen forest that define the vastness of the Siberian wilderness.
Kondinskoye Wetlands
Intricate geometric patterns formed by peat bogs and mossy marshes typical of the lowlands.
Frozen Lakes
In winter months, thousands of small, perfectly circular lakes appear as white spots across the dark forest.
The left side is the 'cool' side for evening flights, shielding you from the direct sun while illuminating the landscape in soft light. Keep an eye out for the unique 'Aars'—natural ridge formations in the bogs—which are most visible during the spring thaw or early autumn frosts.
Distance: 478 km (297 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 48 min
Departure: TJM (57.1896018982, 65.3243026733)
Arrival: HMA (61.02849960327149, 69.08609771728516)
Route Type: Domestic
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