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DYU → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Dushanbe Airport (Dushanbe) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a dramatic exit from Tajikistan with views of the Hissar Range and a superior approach into St. Petersburg over Lake Ladoga and the Neva River delta.
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Hissar Mountains
Snow-capped peaks and deep valleys immediately north of Dushanbe after takeoff.
Tashkent Skyline
Distant views of the Uzbek capital's TV tower and urban sprawl.
Southern Urals
The rolling hills and ridges marking the southern tip of the Ural mountain range.
Rybinsk Reservoir
A massive man-made sea on the Volga River, often shimmering in the light.
Lake Ladoga
Europe's largest freshwater lake, featuring iconic islands and a rugged coastline.
Neva River Delta
The intricate waterways of St. Petersburg and the Gulf of Finland on final approach.
The right side is essential for seeing the Pamir-Alay foothills early in the flight. On the descent into Pulkovo, this side typically offers a stunning panorama of the Neva River and the city's historic center, especially if the plane approaches from the east. For afternoon flights, the right side is preferred to avoid the glare of the setting sun.
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Kyzylkum Desert
Vast stretches of red sand and desert dunes across Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.
Aral Sea Basin
The stark, salt-crusted remnants of the Aral Sea visible in the distance.
Ustyurt Plateau
High-altitude desert wasteland with unique geological formations and cliffs.
Volga River
A grand crossing of Europe's longest river near the city of Saratov.
Veliky Novgorod
One of Russia's oldest cities, located near the shores of Lake Ilmen.
Choose the left side for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side offers the best views of the industrial heartland of the Volga region and the historic landscapes of North-West Russia during the final hour of flight.
Get eSIMs for Tajikistan
Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 3,581 km (2,225 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 13 min
Departure: DYU (38.5433006287, 68.8249969482)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: International
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