The left side offers the best vantage point for viewing the urban expanse of Novosibirsk and the scenic Ob River as the plane aligns for its final approach.
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled view of Lake Baikal, the deepest lake on Earth, and the stunning Angara River system as the flight traverses Siberia.
The left side offers a more dramatic transition from the Inner Mongolian grasslands into the rugged Altai-Sayan mountain ranges and the final approach over the vast Ob Reservoir.
The right side offers a superior visual experience, featuring the iconic silhouette of Mount Ararat immediately after takeoff, the turquoise waters of Lake Sevan, and the expansive northern coastline of the Caspian Sea.
The left side offers a superior view of the southern tip of Lake Baikal and the dramatic peaks of the Sayan Mountains as you traverse Siberia.
The right side provides an expansive view of the northern reaches of Lake Baikal and the source of the Angara River, which are the most iconic sights on this route.
The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Tian Shan mountain range and the stunning turquoise expanse of Lake Balkhash, providing a superior visual experience compared to the flatter western steppe.
The right side offers a front-row seat to the majestic Ob River system, the world's largest peat bog, and the dramatic descent over the Novosibirsk Reservoir.
The right side offers a spectacular departure with views of the snow-capped Tien Shan mountains and the distant Altai range throughout the journey.
The right side offers unparalleled views of the majestic Altai Mountains and the snow-capped Bogda Peak shortly after departure from Urumqi.
The right side is superior for this route, offering a breathtaking view of the limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay immediately after takeoff and a prime perspective of the Altai Mountains and the Ob River during the approach into Novosibirsk.
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the massive Pamir and Tien Shan mountain ranges during the first half of the flight, followed by the unique geography of Lake Balkhash.
The right side offers a superior perspective of the iconic Dubai skyline during departure and the striking geological formations of the Iranian salt deserts.