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YKS → ULK
Which side of the plane to sit from Yakutsk Airport (Yakutsk) to Lensk Airport (Lensk)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a consistent view of the mighty Lena River, including its intricate braided channels and the northern sections of the UNESCO-listed Lena Pillars region.
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Lena River Braids
Witness the massive, complex network of sandbars and shifting channels that characterize one of the world's longest rivers.
Sinsky Pillars
Spectacular limestone rock formations rising from the riverbank, similar to the famous Lena Pillars further south.
Siberian Taiga
Uninterrupted views of the vast, dense larch forests that define the rugged landscape of the Sakha Republic.
Lensk Port Infrastructure
Detailed views of the crucial river port and logistics facilities that serve the diamond mining regions of Mirny.
Sit on the left for the most dramatic views of the Lena River as the flight moves upstream. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, perfectly illuminating the river surface and the rock formations. In winter, the frozen river creates a surreal white highway effect with visible ice-road tracks.
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Yakutsk Cityscape
Aerial view of the largest city built on continuous permafrost, showcasing its unique pile-foundation architecture.
Alas Landscapes
Unique thermokarst depressions or 'alasy'—circular meadows formed by melting ground ice—dotted across the lowlands.
Nuya River Confluence
Watch as the dark waters of the Nuya River wind through the taiga before merging with the Lena near the end of the journey.
The right side is best during the initial takeoff from Yakutsk for a view of the city and the airport's unique permafrost engineering. It offers a better perspective of the vast Central Yakutian Lowland and its unique 'alas' depressions. If you prefer deep wilderness photography away from the glare of the river, this side is quieter and more consistent.
Book Hotels in LenskDistance: 808 km (502 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: YKS (62.093299865722656, 129.77099609375)
Arrival: ULK (60.7206001282, 114.825996399)
Route Type: Domestic
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