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Our Recommendation
8.7

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers superior views of the northern Caspian Sea, the historic Amu Darya river, and a spectacular approach over the Gissar Range into the Dushanbe valley.

Right Side Highlights
8.7
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The Motherland Calls

Potential views of Volgograd's iconic colossal statue during the initial climb out of VOG.

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Northern Caspian Coast

The emerald and turquoise shallow waters of the Caspian's northern coastline near Atyrau.

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Amu Darya River

The legendary Oxus River winding through the desert landscape near the Uzbek-Turkmen border.

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Gissar Mountains

Dramatic, snow-capped peaks that flank the flight path during the final descent into Dushanbe.

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Dushanbe Valley

A panoramic view of the Tajik capital nestled in a fertile valley surrounded by high mountains.

The right side is essential for the descent into Dushanbe, which is one of the most scenic in Central Asia. For evening flights, the sunset over the Caspian Sea provides a stunning backdrop, though the sun will be directly in your window during the late afternoon.

Left Side Highlights
7.4
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Volga River Delta

The intricate network of channels where Europe's longest river meets the Caspian Sea.

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Kyzylkum Desert

Vast stretches of red sand dunes and arid plains across Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.

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Aral Sea Remnants

On clear days, the distant northern basins of the shrinking Aral Sea are visible to the north.

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Turkestan Range

The northernmost ridges of the Pamir-Alay system appearing as you cross into Tajikistan.

Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight, which will be on the south-facing right side. It is best for observing the unique hydrology of the Volga Delta and the vast emptiness of the Central Asian steppes.

Top Activities in Dushanbe
Route Information

Distance: 2,260 km (1,404 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 1 min

Departure: VOG (48.78250122070313, 44.34550094604492)

Arrival: DYU (38.5433006287, 68.8249969482)

Route Type: International

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