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YKS → MJZ
Which side of the plane to sit from Yakutsk Airport (Yakutsk) to Mirny Airport (Mirnyj)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the departing views of the Lena River and the high probability of seeing the massive Mir open-pit diamond mine on the final approach into Mirny.
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Lena River Delta
Breathtaking views of the vast, braided channels of the Lena River immediately after departing Yakutsk.
Prilenskoye Plateau
Rugged, ancient rock formations and permafrost landscapes that define the central Siberian interior.
Endless Taiga
A sea of larch and pine forests stretching toward the Stanovoy Range to the far south.
Mir Diamond Mine
The iconic, 525-meter deep open-pit mine, visible as a massive vortex in the earth just south of Mirny city.
The left side is essential for seeing the Mir Mine, which is located south of the runway; if the aircraft lands towards the west, the mine will be clearly visible on this side. Morning flights are ideal as the sun highlights the depth and terraced walls of the mine. In winter, look for the contrast between the dark taiga and the white frozen riverbeds.
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Yakutsk City Center
A comprehensive view of the world's coldest city, built entirely on permafrost, during the initial climb.
Vilyuy River Tributaries
Intricate patterns of meandering rivers and oxbow lakes that feed into the Vilyuy basin.
Vilyuy Reservoir
One of the largest man-made lakes in the world, appearing as a massive blue expanse amidst the green taiga.
Diamond Infrastructure
Views of the processing plants and industrial support structures scattered around the Mirny region.
Choose the right side if you want the best view of the Vilyuy Reservoir during the descent. This side also offers great views of Yakutsk city during northern departures. Look for 'alas' formations—unique thermokarst depressions that look like circular meadows or lakes—scattered across the landscape below.
Book Hotels in MirnyjDistance: 812 km (505 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: YKS (62.093299865722656, 129.77099609375)
Arrival: MJZ (62.53469848632813, 114.03900146484376)
Route Type: Domestic
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