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CDG → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Charles de Gaulle International Airport (Paris) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior sequence of views, starting with the industrial heart of Europe and ending with a breathtaking low-altitude pass over the Peterhof Palace and the southern coastline of the Gulf of Finland.
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The Ruhr Valley
The dense industrial and urban network of Western Germany, showcasing one of Europe's most populated regions.
Berlin Region
The German capital and its surrounding forests and lakes, often visible during the mid-flight cruise.
The Curonian Spit
A unique, narrow sand-dune spit separating the Curonian Lagoon from the Baltic Sea coast.
Peterhof Palace
Known as the Russian Versailles, the palace gardens and Grand Cascade are clearly visible on the final descent.
Strelna & Oranienbaum
A series of Imperial Russian estates lining the southern shore of the Gulf of Finland just before landing.
Sit on the right for the iconic 'Imperial approach.' If the plane lands from the west (the most common pattern), you will fly parallel to the coastline, offering perfect views of Peterhof. In winter, the frozen Gulf of Finland creates spectacular white geometric ice formations below.
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Vexin Français
Lush rolling hills and historic villages of the French countryside immediately after takeoff from CDG.
Wadden Sea
A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring intricate tidal flats and the Frisian Islands along the Dutch-German coast.
Stockholm Archipelago
On a clear day, look north to spot the thousands of tiny islands dotting the Swedish coastline.
Kronstadt
The historic naval fortress island and its massive golden-domed cathedral visible in the Gulf of Finland.
Lakhta Center
Europe's tallest building stands as a lone, twisting spire on the northern shore of St. Petersburg.
The left side is ideal for morning flights as you will be facing away from the sun. It provides a better overview of the vast Baltic Sea and the northern approach into the Gulf of Finland. Look for the massive cruise ships navigating the shipping lanes near the Finnish coast.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 2,133 km (1,325 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 51 min
Departure: CDG (49.012798, 2.55)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: International
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