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TJU → DME
Which side of the plane to sit from Kulob Airport (Kulyab) to Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is exceptional for the initial climb, offering direct views of the high Pamir peaks and the rugged Fan Mountains, followed by the vast, minimalist beauty of the Kazakh Steppe.
Pamir Mountains
Immediate, breathtaking views of the 'Roof of the World' with snow-capped peaks exceeding 5,000 meters.
Fan Mountains
Spectacular turquoise alpine lakes might be visible between the sharp limestone peaks of the Gissar-Alay.
The Kazakh Steppe
An endless horizon of grasslands and salt flats that change color dramatically with the seasons.
Moscow Skyline
On the standard approach to Domodedovo, the right side often catches the distant skyscrapers of Moscow City.
The first 30-45 minutes are the most scenic on the right side. Ensure you have a window seat clear of the wing to capture the Pamir mountain range. Morning flights offer the best 'alpine glow' on the peaks. During winter, the Kazakh steppe creates a mesmerizing, perfectly white landscape that is best viewed from this side.
Gissar Range
The jagged peaks and deep valleys of the western Pamir-Alay system shortly after takeoff.
Kyzylkum Desert
Vast stretches of red sand and arid landscapes as the flight crosses into Uzbekistan.
Volga River
The majestic curves of Europe's longest river as the flight enters Russian airspace near Saratov.
Central Russian Forests
Dense birch and pine woodlands that characterize the approach into the Moscow region.
Sit on the left for the best views of the Volga River crossing and the agricultural patterns of southern Russia. If the flight is during the day, the sun will be mostly behind or above the plane, providing good lighting for photography of the Kyzylkum Desert.
Distance: 3,064 km (1,904 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 36 min
Departure: TJU (37.98809814453125, 69.80500030517578)
Arrival: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Route Type: International
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