The approach provides a clear view of the industrial and residential districts of Chita and the nearby Lake Kenon before the plane touches down at the airport.
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the southern coast of Lake Baikal and the majestic Khamar-Daban mountain range, followed by the winding Selenga River.
The Right Side is the preferred choice for this trans-Siberian journey, offering the most direct views of the Sayan Mountains and the southern tip of Lake Baikal during the morning descent.
The right side offers a superior panoramic view of the rugged Sayan Mountains and the dramatic southern coastline of Lake Baikal, including the Khamar-Daban mountain range.
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Ural Mountains divide, the sprawling Siberian cities, and most importantly, the majestic southern reaches of Lake Baikal as you approach the Transbaikal region.
The right side offers a more dramatic perspective of the untamed Siberian wilderness, featuring the jagged Bureinsky Range and the impressive Bureya Reservoir.
The right side offers a superior view of the unique architectural landscape of Manzhouli upon departure and a beautiful approach over Lake Kenon and the Chita city skyline.
The left side offers a more iconic sequence of landmarks, including the massive Hulun Lake and the distinctive urban layout of the border city Manzhouli, followed by a wide vista of the Russian steppe.
The right side provides a superior view of the dramatic Siberian wilderness, specifically the transition into the rugged Yablonoi and Tukuringra mountain ranges as you approach Chita.
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic mountain ranges and the Ingoda River valley during the approach into Chita, while avoiding direct southern sunlight glare.