Loading map...
FRA β LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning sequence of coastal views, including the Baltic islands of Estonia and the dramatic approach over the Gulf of Finland towards Kronstadt and St. Petersburg.
Baltic Coastline
Aerial perspectives of the Northern German and Polish shores, often featuring white sandy beaches and the island of RΓΌgen.
Estonian Archipelago
Exceptional views of the large islands Saaremaa and Hiiumaa, characterized by unique forest patterns and coastal inlets.
Gulf of Finland
The flight path follows this narrow arm of the Baltic Sea, offering views of international shipping lanes and the Finnish coastline in the distance.
Kronstadt Naval Base
As the plane descends, look for the historic fortressed island and the spectacular Naval Cathedral of Saint Nicholas.
Lakhta Center
Europe's tallest skyscraper becomes visible on the horizon as you approach the city from the west.
Book a seat well forward of the wing to ensure an unobstructed view of the Estonian islands. For evening flights, this side catches the sunset over the Baltic Sea, creating a spectacular golden hour effect over the water. Watch closely during the final 15 minutes of flight for the defensive sea dikes of St. Petersburg.
Berlin Metropolitan Area
Depending on the specific ATC routing, the sprawl of the German capital is often visible shortly after departure.
Masurian Lake District
A breathtaking mosaic of over 2,000 lakes nestled within the lush greenery of northeastern Poland.
Lake Peipus
One of Europe's largest lakes, marking the natural border between Estonia and Russia, visible as a vast blue expanse.
Russian Taiga
The landscape transitions into the dense, dark green forests and wetlands of the Leningrad Oblast as you cross the border.
Gatchina Palaces
During the final approach to LED, look for the sprawling imperial estates and parks located south of the city.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. Keep an eye out for Lake Peipus about 30-40 minutes before landing; its scale is truly impressive from 30,000 feet. This side also offers a better view of the suburban imperial architecture during the final descent into Pulkovo.
Distance: 1,747 km (1,086 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 20 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: International
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.