CEK → LED

Chelyabinsk Lake District

Numerous glacial lakes like Argazi and Uvildy sparkle to the north during the initial climb.

Kazan Panorama

A distant but distinct view of the Kazan Kremlin and the wide Volga-Kama confluence.

Rybinsk Reservoir

Often called the 'Man-made Sea,' this enormous body of water is a major navigation landmark.

Volkhov River

The historic waterway that connects Lake Ilmen to Lake Ladoga, winding through the northern plains.

St. Petersburg Center

During the descent into LED, you often get a breathtaking view of the Neva River, the Hermitage, and the Gulf of Finland.

Southern Ural Peaks

Visible shortly after takeoff, showcasing the ancient, weathered ridges that divide Europe and Asia.

Ufa and Belaya River

A clear view of the Bashkortostan capital situated at the confluence of the Ufa and Belaya rivers.

Kama River Crossing

The flight path crosses this massive tributary of the Volga, featuring wide floodplains and industrial landscapes.

Vologda Taiga

Endless stretches of dense coniferous forests interspersed with mirror-like bogs and small lakes.

Southern Lake Ladoga

As the plane begins its descent, look for the southern shoreline of Europe's largest lake.