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

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

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 can I see when arriving at Khabarovsk?

Arriving at Novy in Khabarovsk, passengers on the Left side enjoy views of 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. 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.

What factors affect the best window seat landing at Novy?

The best window seat landing at Novy (KHV) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Khabarovsk (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.