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YKS → IKT
Which side of the plane to sit from Yakutsk Airport (Yakutsk) to Irkutsk Airport (Irkutsk)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the Lena River's braided channels and the UNESCO-listed Lena Pillars shortly after departure, followed by a dramatic approach toward the northern and eastern shores of Lake Baikal.
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Lena River Braids
Exiting Yakutsk, the aircraft follows the massive Lena River, showcasing its intricate network of sandbars and channels.
Lena Pillars
The spectacular 150-meter-high limestone formations line the riverbank about 100km south of Yakutsk.
Stanovoy Highlands
Rugged, snow-dusted ridges of the Siberian wilderness visible during the mid-flight cruise.
Lake Baikal Shoreline
On the descent into Irkutsk, look for the deep blue expanse and the mountainous eastern rim of the world's deepest lake.
Barguzin Range
Dramatic mountain peaks that border the eastern side of Lake Baikal.
Sit on the left for the best morning light if flying south-southwest. In winter, the Lena River and Lake Baikal are covered in stunning turquoise ice and white snow patterns. Try to secure a window seat ahead of the wing for unobstructed views of the Lena Pillars approximately 20-30 minutes after takeoff.
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Endless stretches of dense larch and pine forests characteristic of the Sakha Republic.
Patom Highlands
Ancient, weathered mountains and plateau landscapes that dominate the central part of the route.
Angara River
The only river flowing out of Lake Baikal, visible as the flight prepares for landing in Irkutsk.
Irkutsk Cityscape
Views of the historic 'Paris of Siberia' and its wooden architecture during the final approach.
The right side is better for observing the sunset if taking a late afternoon flight. It provides a sense of the sheer scale of the Siberian wilderness. Watch for the 'Patomsky Crater' far in the distance if visibility is exceptionally clear, though it is a rare sight from commercial altitudes.
Book Hotels in IrkutskDistance: 1,860 km (1,156 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 29 min
Departure: YKS (62.093299865722656, 129.77099609375)
Arrival: IKT (52.268001556396, 104.38899993896)
Route Type: Domestic
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