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UCT → SCW
Which side of the plane to sit from Ukhta Airport (Ukhta) to Syktyvkar Airport (Syktyvkar)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers more dynamic views of the Komi Republic's extensive river networks and provides a better perspective of the Syktyvkar urban area during the final approach.
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Izhva River Meanders
The complex, winding loops and oxbow lakes of the Izhva River shortly after takeoff.
Vym River Confluence
The point where smaller tributaries meet the larger river systems amidst the dense greenery.
Vychegda River Basin
The expansive and wide Vychegda River which dominates the landscape as you approach the capital.
Syktyvkar Skyline
A clear view of the city center and the Stefanovsky Cathedral during the descent into SCW.
The right side is best for afternoon flights to avoid glare. Use polarized sunglasses to better see the river reflections and the distinct colors of the wetlands. Look for the timber processing plants near the riverbanks as you near the destination.
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Ukhta Cityscape
Aerial view of the industrial and residential blocks of Ukhta immediately following departure from UCT.
Yarega Oil Mines
Unique circular industrial patterns and infrastructure of the Yarega heavy oil field complex.
Southern Timan Ridge
The gentle, ancient rolling hills of the Timan Ridge covered in dense, dark coniferous forest.
Pristine Taiga
Vast, unbroken stretches of the Komi Boreal forest, one of the largest wilderness areas in Europe.
Choose this side for morning flights to keep the sun at your back. Keep an eye out for the distinct geometric shapes of forest clearings used for geological exploration and pipeline routes.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 262 km (163 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 26 min
Departure: UCT (63.56689834594727, 53.8046989440918)
Arrival: SCW (61.64699935913086, 50.84510040283203)
Route Type: Domestic
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