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DWC → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Al Maktoum International Airport (Dubai) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the most dramatic views, including the vast Iranian deserts, the sweeping breadth of the Caspian Sea, and a prime angle for seeing Lake Ladoga during the final approach into St. Petersburg.
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Dubai Skyline
A distant view of the Burj Khalifa and the downtown cluster shortly after takeoff from DWC.
Dasht-e Kavir
The Great Salt Desert of Iran, featuring surreal salt crust patterns and golden dunes.
Caspian Sea
The world's largest inland body of water, offering deep blue contrasts against the desert coast.
Volga River Bend
The majestic curves of Europe's longest river as it snakes through southern Russia.
Lake Ladoga
The massive expanse of Europe's largest lake, often used as a waypoint for the descent into LED.
The right side is unbeatable for the approach into St. Petersburg, as flights frequently bank over Lake Ladoga, providing a sense of its immense scale. In the summer months, the 'White Nights' phenomenon means you can see the ground clearly even on late-night arrivals. Ensure your window is clean for the desert textures over Iran, which are highly photogenic in the morning light.
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Persian Gulf
Clear turquoise waters and offshore oil platforms visible shortly after departure from Dubai.
Western Zagros Mountains
Rugged, folded limestone ridges and deep canyons across western Iran.
Caucasus Range
Distant views of Europe's highest peaks, including the snow-capped Mount Elbrus on clear days.
Volgograd
The 'Motherland Calls' statue and the massive Volgograd Reservoir are often visible to the west.
Baltic Horizon
Stunning sunset views over the Gulf of Finland for evening flights arriving in the North.
Choose the left side for evening flights to avoid direct glare while traversing Russia. This side is also excellent for spotting the urban sprawl of Moscow if the flight path tracks slightly west. During the winter, keep an eye out for the frozen landscapes of the Russian steppe which appear as a vast white canvas.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 4,331 km (2,691 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 6 min
Departure: DWC (24.896356, 55.161389)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: International
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