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BHK → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Bukhara Airport (Bukhara) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the winding Volga River, the northern Caspian coastline, and a more frequent view of the St. Petersburg city center and the Gulf of Finland during the descent.
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Kyzylkum Desert
Vast stretches of red sand and desert landscapes visible immediately after departing Bukhara.
Caspian Sea Shoreline
The northern edge of the Caspian Sea, where the desert landscape meets the deep blue of the water.
Volga River Delta
A complex network of channels and greenery where Europe's longest river flows into the Caspian.
Veliky Novgorod
One of Russia's most ancient cities, recognizable by its historic architecture near Lake Ilmen.
St. Petersburg Skyline
On a typical western approach, views of the Lakhta Center and the historic Neva River delta.
For day flights, the left side remains shaded during the northward journey, minimizing glare on the window. During the approach to Pulkovo (LED), the left side is generally better for seeing the historic center and the Baltic coast if the wind dictates a landing from the west.
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Aral Sea Basin
The dramatic and sobering remains of the Aral Sea, featuring salt flats and unique geological scars.
Russian Steppes
Expansive agricultural plains that transition from arid brown to deep green as the flight moves north.
Valdai Hills
Forested uplands and glacial lakes that form the drainage divide between the Baltic and the Volga.
Lake Ladoga
The massive expanse of Europe's largest lake, often visible to the northeast during the final descent phase.
Leningrad Region
Industrial landscapes and dense pine forests characteristic of the region surrounding St. Petersburg.
The right side is excellent for viewing the Aral Sea remnants early in the flight. Note that during afternoon flights, this side will be exposed to direct sunlight, which can be harsh. Keep a lookout for the massive blue silhouette of Lake Ladoga about 20 minutes before touchdown.
Book Hotels in St. PetersburgDistance: 3,251 km (2,020 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 49 min
Departure: BHK (39.775001525878906, 64.48329925537111)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: International
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