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YKS â CYX
Which side of the plane to sit from Yakutsk Airport (Yakutsk) to Cherskiy Airport (Cherskiy)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views of the Chersky Range, including its highest peaks and the unique volcanic landscapes of the Moma region, followed by the winding Kolyma River.
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Peak Pobeda
The highest mountain in Northeast Siberia, reaching 3,003 meters within the majestic Chersky Range.
Moma Natural Park
Views of the extinct Balagan-Tas volcano and the massive Ulakhan-Taryn aufeis (giant ice field).
Indigirka Gorges
Dramatic sights of the river cutting through deep mountain passes between the ranges.
Kolyma River
The iconic, wide waterway that serves as the lifeblood for the town of Cherskiy during the descent.
This is the premier side for mountain scenery. Watch closely about 60-80 minutes into the flight for the highest peaks. In late summer, the thousands of thermokarst lakes below will reflect the sky like scattered jewels.
Book Hotels in CherskiyLena River System
Spectacular views of one of the world's longest rivers and its braided channels immediately after takeoff from Yakutsk.
Verkhoyansk Range
Aerial perspective of the rugged, jagged ridges that define the 'Pole of Cold' region.
Permafrost Polygons
Fascinating geometric ground patterns caused by ice wedges in the underlying permafrost layer.
Arctic Coastal Plain
The transition from mountain ranges to the vast, flat expanse of the Siberian tundra.
Choose the left side for the best departure views of the Lena River. This side is also better for photography during midday flights as it faces away from the direct southern sun, reducing glare on the window.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,612 km (1,002 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 9 min
Departure: YKS (62.093299865722656, 129.77099609375)
Arrival: CYX (68.7406005859375, 161.33799743652344)
Route Type: Domestic
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