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Which side of the plane to sit from Ust-Tsylma Airport (Ust-Tsylma) to Syktyvkar Airport (Syktyvkar)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the ancient Timan Ridge and the complex network of wetlands and lakes that define the Komi landscape.

Right Side Highlights
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Timan Ridge

Observe the low, ancient eroded mountains that form the watershed of the Russian North.

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Arctic Wetlands

A complex mosaic of peat bogs and kettle lakes creates shimmering patterns on the ground.

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Syktyvkar Industrial Hub

View the massive Mondi Syktyvkar paper mill and industrial zones on approach.

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City Panorama

Clear views of the Komi Republic capital's residential districts and the Sysola River confluence.

Choose the right side for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the Timan Ridge. The landscape is particularly dramatic during the spring thaw when the wetlands are fully saturated. Keep a lookout for the industrial scale of the paper mills on the outskirts of the city.

Left Side Highlights
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Pechora River Meanders

Catch the majestic curves of one of Russia's longest northern rivers immediately after takeoff.

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Endless Taiga

Fly over the dense, untouched coniferous forests of the Virgin Komi region.

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Izhma River Basin

Aerial views of the winding Izhma river and its small riverside settlements.

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Vychegda Lowlands

Agricultural clearings and floodplains as you descend into Syktyvkar.

Sit on the left for the best morning light. During winter, look for the stark contrast between the frozen Pechora river and the dark evergreen canopy. Best for spotting wildlife in forest clearings during summer dawns.

Top Activities in Syktyvkar
Route Information

Distance: 427 km (265 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 43 min

Departure: UTS (65.43729400630001, 52.20033645629999)

Arrival: SCW (61.64699935913086, 50.84510040283203)

Route Type: Domestic

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