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VVO → IKT
Which side of the plane to sit from Vladivostok International Airport (Vladivostok) to Irkutsk Airport (Irkutsk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the vast Siberian wilderness and provides the most dramatic perspective of Lake Baikal—including Olkhon Island and the northern depths—during the descent into Irkutsk.
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Sikhote-Alin Mountains
Catch glimpses of the dense taiga and rolling peaks of this UNESCO World Heritage mountain range.
Zeya Reservoir
A massive, sprawling man-made sea in the Amur region, easily identifiable by its jagged, forested shoreline.
Lake Baikal & Olkhon Island
The highlight of the journey; a stunning panorama of the central lake and the iconic sacred island of Olkhon.
Angara River Source
View the only river that flows out of Lake Baikal as the plane turns for its final approach into Irkutsk.
Vitim Plateau
Ancient volcanic landscapes and deep river valleys of the remote Eastern Siberian interior.
The right side is essential for seeing the widest part of Lake Baikal. Choose a window seat forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of Olkhon Island. In winter (February–March), the frozen lake surface displays incredible turquoise ice and geometric cracks that are best seen from this side.
Book Hotels in IrkutskAmur Bay
Immediately after takeoff, view the sparkling waters of the Peter the Great Gulf and the Vladivostok coastline.
City of Chita
Located mid-route, the urban layout of this historic Trans-Siberian hub is often visible to the south.
Khamar-Daban Range
Rugged mountain peaks lining the southern shore of Lake Baikal as the aircraft begins its initial descent.
Southern Baikal
The narrow southern tip of the world's deepest lake, featuring the mouth of the Angara River near Listvyanka.
Sit on the left for better views of the Russia-China border region during the first hour of flight. During winter, look for the unique ice pressure ridges forming on the southern end of the lake. Afternoon flights may experience more glare on this side as the sun moves south.
Get eSIMs for Russia
Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 2,276 km (1,414 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 2 min
Departure: VVO (43.39899826049805, 132.14799499511722)
Arrival: IKT (52.268001556396, 104.38899993896)
Route Type: Domestic
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