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Best window seat at Novy

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Taking offLEFT

Amur River, extensive wetland floodplain, boreal forest canopy

LandingLEFT

Amur River (wide, meandering, clearly visible during descent)

🛫 Taking Off from Khabarovsk (KHV)

Best sideLeft
WhyRunway 23L departures climb southwest over the Amur River valley and its extensive floodplain wetlands. The left side offers direct views of the river's braided channels, oxbow lakes, and the forested terrain that dominates the landscape in this direction during initial climb-out.
Look forAmur River (multiple channels and oxbows), extensive wetland floodplain, boreal forest canopy, distant low hills to the southwest

🛬 Landing at Khabarovsk (KHV)

Best sideLeft
WhyLanding on runway 23L (the most common approach) means you'll be descending southwest toward the Amur River valley. The left side offers views of the Amur River itself and the broader river system that defines Khabarovsk's geography, while the right side faces inland terrain with fewer distinctive features during final approach.
Look forAmur River (wide, meandering, clearly visible during descent), Khabarovsk city sprawl along the river's right bank, forested hills to the west and north, Bolshoy Ussuriysky Island in the Amur

Novy Airport is the primary air gateway to Russia's Far East, with international and domestic terminals handling flights to Moscow, other Russian cities, and nearby Asian destinations like China, Japan, and South Korea.

⛰️ Elevation246 ft
🛫 Runways2 (05R/23L, 05L/23R)
✈️ HubAurora Airlines
📍 NearbyFYJ 44 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Novy (KHV)?

At Novy in Khabarovsk: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Amur River (multiple channels and oxbows), extensive wetland floodplain, boreal forest canopy, distant low hills to the southwest.

What can I see during takeoff from Novy in Khabarovsk?

When taking off from Novy (KHV), sit on the Left side for the best views. Runway 23L departures climb southwest over the Amur River valley and its extensive floodplain wetlands. The left side offers direct views of the river's braided channels, oxbow lakes, and the forested terrain that dominates the landscape in this direction during initial climb-out. Notable sights include: Amur River (multiple channels and oxbows), extensive wetland floodplain, boreal forest canopy, distant low hills to the southwest.

What can I see when landing at Novy in Khabarovsk?

When landing at Novy (KHV), sit on the Left side for the best views. Landing on runway 23L (the most common approach) means you'll be descending southwest toward the Amur River valley. The left side offers views of the Amur River itself and the broader river system that defines Khabarovsk's geography, while the right side faces inland terrain with fewer distinctive features during final approach. Notable sights include: Amur River (wide, meandering, clearly visible during descent), Khabarovsk city sprawl along the river's right bank, forested hills to the west and north, Bolshoy Ussuriysky Island in the Amur.

What factors affect the best window seat at Novy?

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