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YKS → IKS
Which side of the plane to sit from Yakutsk Airport (Yakutsk) to Tiksi Airport (Tiksi)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled view of the majestic Verkhoyansk mountain range and the dramatic transition from boreal forest to Arctic tundra.
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Verkhoyansk Range
Stunning views of the jagged, snow-dusted peaks that comprise one of Earth's coldest mountain systems.
Orulgan Range
The highest part of the flight path featuring dramatic alpine relief and steep glacial valleys.
Kyusyur Narrows
A breathtaking segment where the mighty Lena River is squeezed between high mountain cliffs.
Tiksi Bay
The final approach over the icy waters of the Laptev Sea and the rugged Arctic coastline.
The right side is essential for mountain lovers. During the winter months, the low-angle sun creates dramatic shadows across the Verkhoyansk peaks. If traveling during the 'Midnight Sun' period, the lighting at night remains spectacular for aerial photography.
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Lena River Braids
Intricate and shifting river channels that form a complex silver ribbon across the landscape.
Siberian Taiga
Dense larch forests punctuated by circular thermokarst lakes unique to the permafrost region.
Zhigansk Settlement
A remote outpost on the left bank that marks a key navigation point along the lower Lena.
Lena Delta Frontier
The beginning of the massive river delta system where the water meets the Arctic plains.
Sit on the left if you want to track the river's path closely. In early June, this side offers the best views of the massive ice blocks during the annual spring breakup. Keep a lookout for the sprawling wetlands as you head north of the Arctic Circle.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,069 km (664 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 26 min
Departure: YKS (62.093299865722656, 129.77099609375)
Arrival: IKS (71.69770050048801, 128.90299987793)
Route Type: Domestic
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