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Which side of the plane to sit from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Baltic coastline, the medieval spires of Tallinn, and a stunning aerial approach past the gilded fountains of Peterhof Palace into the St. Petersburg city center.
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Dutch Polders
The perfectly geometric agricultural grids and canals of the Netherlands during the initial climb.
Tallinn Skyline
The medieval Old Town and modern towers of the Estonian capital as the plane tracks along the southern Baltic coast.
Peterhof Palace
The world-famous 'Russian Versailles' with its Grand Cascade and fountains visible on the southern shore of the Gulf.
St. Petersburg Center
Unmatched views of the Neva River, the Hermitage Museum, and the golden dome of Saint Isaac's Cathedral during the final approach.
Northern German Coast
The sandy beaches and lagoons of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern as the flight traverses Northern Europe.
To see Peterhof Palace, you must be vigilant about 10-15 minutes before landing; it appears as a bright spot of gold and green on the coast. For departures from Amsterdam, the right side often provides a broader view of the Randstad urban area. In the summer, 'White Nights' provide enough light for visibility even on very late evening flights.
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Wadden Sea
The intricate patterns of the UNESCO-listed tidal flats and the Frisian Islands shortly after takeoff from Amsterdam.
Gotland Island
Sweden's largest island appearing as a massive limestone platform in the middle of the Baltic Sea.
Helsinki Coastline
The rugged, island-dotted coastline of Southern Finland visible across the Gulf of Finland during the descent.
Lakhta Center
A clear view of Europe's tallest building, a 462-meter skyscraper shaped like a needle, on the northern shore of the Gulf.
Kronshtadt Naval Base
The historic island fortress and the Saint Nicholas Naval Cathedral located in the middle of the Gulf of Finland.
The left side is best for witnessing the sunset over the North Sea on late afternoon departures. As you approach St. Petersburg, look for the distinctive Lakhta Center skyscraper; it serves as a massive landmark for your distance from the airport. During winter, look for the dramatic ice patterns forming in the Gulf of Finland.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,773 km (1,102 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 22 min
Departure: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: International
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