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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers superior lighting for photography when flying west during the day, minimizing glare. It provides distant views of the Caucasus Mountains and better angles for the scenic approach into Frankfurt over the Rhine-Main region.

Left Side Highlights
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Astana Modern Architecture

On departure, get a glimpse of the futuristic skyline of Astana, including the Bayterek Tower and the pyramid-shaped Palace of Peace.

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Northern Caspian Sea

As you head west, the vast turquoise and navy waters of the Caspian Sea come into view, showing the unique coastline of Kazakhstan.

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Greater Caucasus Distant View

On clear days, the snow-capped peaks of the Caucasus Mountains are visible to the south as you cross the Black Sea region.

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Carpathian Mountains

When entering European airspace over Romania or Hungary, look for the rugged, forested ridges of the High Tatras and Carpathians.

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Upper Middle Rhine Valley

During the descent into Frankfurt, view the winding Main River and the dense forests of the Spessart or Odenwald regions.

Sit on the left for the best light quality as the sun will be behind or to the side of the aircraft for most of the westbound journey. During winter, look for the 'ice-shove' formations on the Caspian Sea. Keep your camera ready about 45 minutes before landing for the picturesque German countryside.

Right Side Highlights
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Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center

The world's largest tent structure is often clearly visible on the northern edge of Astana shortly after takeoff.

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The Kazakh Steppe

Observe the immense, seemingly endless golden grasslands of Central Asia, dotted with occasional salt lakes and nomadic routes.

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Ural River

Cross the geographic border between Asia and Europe where the Ural River cuts through the dry landscape.

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Central European Cities

Depending on the specific flight corridor, you may see the urban sprawls of Warsaw, Berlin, or Leipzig as you traverse the North European Plain.

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Frankfurt Skyline

If the wind is from the west, the right side offers a spectacular view of 'Mainhattan'—Frankfurt's unique skyscraper district—during the final approach.

The right side is ideal for seeing the vastness of the Kazakh plains and the transition into the densely populated heart of Europe. Be aware of sun glare in the afternoon. On approach, if the plane lands from the east (Runway 25), the right side provides the iconic view of the Frankfurt financial district.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,309 km (2,677 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 4 min

Departure: TSE (51.02220153808594, 71.46690368652344)

Arrival: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)

Route Type: International

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