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YKS → VVO
Which side of the plane to sit from Yakutsk Airport (Yakutsk) to Vladivostok International Airport (Vladivostok)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the massive Lena River system shortly after takeoff, the sprawling Zeya Reservoir mid-flight, and the spectacular coastal approach into Vladivostok over the Amur Bay.
Lena Pillars (Distant)
Potential views of the distant, dramatic rock formations along the banks of the Lena River south of Yakutsk.
Zeya Reservoir
A massive, brilliant blue man-made lake surrounded by mountains, serving as a key landmark mid-route.
Amur River Border
The winding river path that defines the international border between Russia and Northern China.
Lake Khanka
The largest freshwater lake in the Far East, visible during the descent into the Primorsky Krai region.
Amur Bay & Bridges
Stunning views of the coastal waters and the Low-Level Bridge leading into Vladivostok during final approach.
Choose the right side for the most iconic landmarks. The Zeya Reservoir is a highlight halfway through the flight. On clear days, the descent provides a panoramic view of the coastline and the border regions. Sunset flights on this side offer spectacular golden hour views over the Amur Bay.
Upper Lena River
Aerial views of the massive river system and its numerous braids as the flight heads south from Yakutsk.
Stanovoy Range
Rugged, snow-capped peaks of the mountain system that divides the Lena and Amur drainage basins.
Sikhote-Alin Biosphere
The dense, ancient taiga forests of the Sikhote-Alin mountain range, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Ussuri Bay
The eastern coastline of the Muravyov-Amursky Peninsula as the plane descends toward Vladivostok.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and get the best lighting for the Siberian mountains. Watch for the transition from the frozen tundra to the dense coastal forests. During the winter, the frozen river patterns are particularly striking from this side.
Distance: 2,085 km (1,296 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 47 min
Departure: YKS (62.093299865722656, 129.77099609375)
Arrival: VVO (43.39899826049805, 132.14799499511722)
Route Type: Domestic
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