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BCN → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Barcelona International Airport (Barcelona) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular view of the Alpine range across Central Europe and provides the most iconic views of St. Petersburg's historic center and Peterhof Palace during the final approach.
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Costa Brava
Crystal clear Mediterranean waters and rugged cliffs of the Spanish coast immediately after departure.
Swiss Alps
Panoramic views of the high, snow-capped peaks of the central Alps during the flight over Switzerland.
Lake Constance
The massive 'Bodensee' where the borders of Germany, Switzerland, and Austria converge.
Masurian Lake District
A stunning network of thousands of interconnected lakes in northeastern Poland.
Peterhof Palace
The magnificent 'Russian Versailles' with its fountains and gardens visible as you descend into LED.
St. Petersburg Skyline
Golden domes of St. Isaac's Cathedral and the winding Neva River loops during the landing sequence.
The right side is essential for the best approach views into St. Petersburg. Ensure your window is clean for the Alps, which appear about 60-80 minutes after takeoff. If the flight is during winter, the frozen Baltic lakes provide a mesmerizing white landscape.
Book Hotels in St. PetersburgPyrenees Foothills
Dramatic views of the eastern edge of the Pyrenees mountain range shortly after takeoff from Barcelona.
Rhône Valley
The winding Rhône river and the lush vineyards of the French countryside as you head north.
Black Forest
Dense evergreen canopies and rolling hills of southwestern Germany visible during the mid-flight phase.
Curonian Spit
The thin, sandy strip of land separating the Baltic Sea from the Curonian Lagoon in Lithuania.
Kronstadt Fortress
The historic naval island fortress in the Gulf of Finland as the plane begins its final descent.
Watch for the French coastline transitioning into the rugged Massif Central early in the flight. On descent, keep an eye out for the vast industrial ports of the Gulf of Finland. This side is better for avoiding direct sun glare on morning departures.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 2,822 km (1,754 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 46 min
Departure: BCN (41.2971, 2.07846)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: International
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