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UFA → GYD
Which side of the plane to sit from Ufa International Airport (Ufa) to Heydar Aliyev International Airport (Baku)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic snow-capped peaks of the Greater Caucasus and a better view of Baku's urban architecture during the approach.
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Kalmykia Steppes
The unique, arid semi-desert landscapes and salt pans of southern Russia.
Greater Caucasus Range
Spectacular panoramic views of high-altitude peaks forming the natural border between Russia and Azerbaijan.
Absheron Peninsula
The dramatic transition from rugged mountain terrain to the oil-rich coastal plains of Azerbaijan.
Baku Cityscape
A clear view of the Flame Towers and the modern architecture of the Baku waterfront during final descent.
Sit behind the wing for unobstructed views of the Caucasus mountains. On clear days, you may spot Mount Shahdag. For afternoon flights, the sun is in the west, so the right side may experience some glare; however, the mountain shadows during golden hour are breathtaking. Seasonal snow cover from November to April makes the mountain views particularly sharp.
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Southern Ural Foothills
Dense forests and rolling green hills surrounding Ufa immediately after takeoff.
Belaya River
The winding silver curves of the Agidel river as it flows through the Bashkortostan region.
Caspian Sea Horizon
A vast blue expanse stretching toward Central Asia as you parallel the coastline.
The left side is ideal for sunrise views on early morning flights. As you approach Baku, look for the industrial scale of the offshore oil infrastructure in the Caspian Sea, which appears as small grids on the water surface.
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Get eSIMs for AzerbaijanDistance: 1,625 km (1,010 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 10 min
Departure: UFA (54.55749893188501, 55.874401092529)
Arrival: GYD (40.46749877929688, 50.04669952392578)
Route Type: International
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