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FRU → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Manas International Airport (Bishkek) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the jagged Kyrgyz Ala-Too mountains immediately after takeoff and a perfect vantage point for the Volga River crossing and the southern outskirts of St. Petersburg during the descent.
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Kyrgyz Ala-Too Range
Dramatic snow-capped peaks of the northern Tien Shan visible immediately after climbing out of Bishkek.
Aral Sea Basin
Distant views of the vast salt flats and desertified landscapes of the eastern Aral region in Kazakhstan.
Volga River Bend
A magnificent crossing of Russia's most famous river, typically seen near the city of Samara or Ulyanovsk.
St. Petersburg Suburbs
Aerial views of the southern residential districts and the historic Catherine Palace in Pushkin during final approach.
Sit on the left for the most dramatic mountain views during the first 20 minutes of flight. If flying during the afternoon, this side will be away from the direct sun for most of the journey, reducing glare. During winter months, watch for the stark white contrast of the frozen Volga River halfway through the flight.
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Central Kazakh Steppe
The seemingly endless golden and green horizons of the Saryarka region, dotted with remote salt lakes.
Southern Ural Mountains
The ancient, weathered peaks that mark the geographical border between Asia and Europe.
Lake Ladoga
The southern tip of Europe's largest lake, appearing as a vast blue sea just before landing at Pulkovo.
Neva River Delta
Depending on runway configuration, you may see the winding Neva River and the Lakhta Center skyscraper.
The right side is ideal for seeing Lake Ladoga, which is often visible on the descent into St. Petersburg. If the flight is overnight, this side offers the best chance to see the 'White Nights' glow on the horizon during the summer months. Be aware that the sun will be on this side for a significant portion of a northbound morning flight.
Book Hotels in St. PetersburgDistance: 3,492 km (2,170 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 6 min
Departure: FRU (43.0612983704, 74.4776000977)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: International
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