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Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior view of the southern tip of Lake Baikal immediately after takeoff, followed by clear vistas of major Siberian cities like Novosibirsk and the historic architecture of Kazan as you cross the Volga.

Left Side Highlights
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Southern Lake Baikal

Within 10-15 minutes of takeoff, see the deep blue waters and the Khamar-Daban mountain range hugging the shore.

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Novosibirsk & Ob River

View the largest city in Siberia and the massive spans of the bridges crossing the mighty Ob River.

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Southern Ural Mountains

The ancient, weathered peaks of the Urals mark the boundary between Asia and Europe.

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Kazan & The Volga

Spot the confluence of the Volga and Kazanka rivers, along with the distinctive white walls of the Kazan Kremlin.

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Oka River Meanders

As the flight descends toward Moscow, observe the intricate, snake-like loops of the Oka River.

Sit on the left for the best lighting on westbound daytime flights, as the sun will be positioned to the south, illuminating the landscape without causing direct glare. The first 20 minutes are critical for Baikal views; keep your camera ready immediately after wheels up from UUD.

Right Side Highlights
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Olkhon Island & Baikal

If the flight path tracks slightly north, you can see the majestic Olkhon Island in the middle of Lake Baikal.

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Yenisey River

Look for the massive Yenisey River near Krasnoyarsk, one of the longest river systems in the world.

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Vasyugan Swamp

Witness the mesmerizing geometric patterns of one of the world's largest wetlands in Western Siberia.

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Central Ural Peaks

Enjoy views of the more rugged, forested sections of the Ural range near Yekaterinburg.

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Nizhny Novgorod

Catch a glimpse of the historic city at the meeting point of the Volga and Oka rivers shortly before reaching Moscow.

The right side is ideal for capturing the sunset if you are on an evening flight, as you'll be facing north/northwest. This side also offers a better view of the vast, untouched Siberian taiga and the complex hydrological patterns of the West Siberian Plain's marshlands.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,411 km (2,741 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 11 min

Departure: UUD (51.80780029296875, 107.43800354003906)

Arrival: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)

Route Type: Domestic

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