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DME → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Domodedovo International Airport (Moscow) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the vast Lake Ladoga and the historic center of St. Petersburg during the descent into Pulkovo.
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Rybinsk Reservoir
The massive scale of this man-made 'sea' is visible to the northeast mid-flight.
Northwestern Taiga
Dense, scenic coniferous forests stretching across the Tver and Novgorod regions.
Lake Ladoga
Breathtaking views of Europe's largest lake, often showing its southern islands and deep blue waters.
St. Petersburg Core
Aerial perspective of the Neva River, Peter and Paul Fortress, and the historic imperial grid.
Neva River Delta
Watch the river split into its various branches as the plane aligns with the runway.
The right side is unbeatable for the approach into LED; it provides a direct view of Lake Ladoga and the city's landmarks. For the best lighting, choose morning flights to see the sun reflecting off the Neva and Ladoga's surface. In summer, 'White Nights' offer incredible visibility even late in the evening.
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Moscow Cityscape
Panoramic views of the Moscow International Business Center skyscrapers shortly after departure.
Volga River
A clear view of the winding Volga River as the flight passes near the city of Tver.
Lakhta Center
Europe's tallest skyscraper visible on the horizon near the Gulf of Finland during the final approach.
Gulf of Finland
Glittering water views and the coastal outlines of the Baltic Sea to the west.
Sit on the left for evening flights to experience stunning sunsets over the Baltic horizon. During the winter, look for the unique patterns of ice forming along the coastline of the Gulf of Finland.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 667 km (414 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 7 min
Departure: DME (55.40879821777344, 37.90629959106445)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: Domestic
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