At Zhezkazgan in Dzhezkazgan: for takeoff, sit on the Right side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Ulutau Mountains (southeast), Zhezkazgan city and mining operations (directly below during initial climb), Betpak-Dala steppe plateau, Saryesik-Atyrau Desert (distant southern horizon).

When taking off from Zhezkazgan (DZH), sit on the Right side for the best views. Zhezkazgan sits in the Betpak-Dala steppe with the Ulutau Mountains visible to the southeast. Right-side seats offer views of these mountains and the more varied terrain as aircraft climb out, while the left side faces flatter, more monotonous steppe landscape. Notable sights include: Ulutau Mountains (southeast), Zhezkazgan city and mining operations (directly below during initial climb), Betpak-Dala steppe plateau, Saryesik-Atyrau Desert (distant southern horizon).

When landing at Zhezkazgan (DZH), sit on the Left side for the best views. Zhezkazgan Airport's primary runway orientation (09/27) means most approaches come from the east or west. Left-side seats during eastbound approaches offer views of the Betpak-Dala plateau's distinctive terrain and the city of Zhezkazgan itself spreading across the steppe. The copper mining operations and industrial facilities are also more visible from this angle during descent. Notable sights include: Zhezkazgan city and its copper smelter complex, Betpak-Dala plateau terrain, Saryesik-Atyrau Desert to the south, scattered mining infrastructure and tailings ponds.

The best window seat at Zhezkazgan (DZH) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Dzhezkazgan (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.