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HEL → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of the Gulf of Finland, the right side provides the most iconic landmarks during the descent into St. Petersburg, including the Kronstadt Dam and the Peterhof Palace complex.
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Gulf of Finland
Expansive views of the eastern Baltic Sea, often dotted with cargo ships heading to and from St. Petersburg.
Kronstadt Dam
The massive Saint Petersburg Flood Prevention Facility Complex that spans the Gulf to protect the city from storm surges.
Kotlin Island
Home to the historic naval town of Kronstadt and the magnificent golden-domed Naval Cathedral.
Peterhof Palace
The 'Russian Versailles' with its sprawling gardens and fountains visible on the southern shore during the final approach.
Lakhta Center
The tallest skyscraper in Europe, standing as a needle-like landmark on the northern shore of the Neva Bay.
The right side is essential for sunset flights, offering spectacular colors over the water. During the 'White Nights' in June and July, the late evening light provides incredible clarity for photographing the Peterhof fountains and the Kronstadt naval base.
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Finnish Archipelago
View of the thousands of small islands and rocky outcrops dotting the southern coast of Finland immediately after takeoff.
Port of Kotka
A major maritime hub on the Finnish coast visible as the flight heads east toward the Russian border.
Vyborg Castle
The historical Swedish-built medieval fortress located on a small island in the Vyborg Bay.
Karelian Isthmus
Dense northern forests and a network of glacial lakes stretching between the Gulf of Finland and Lake Ladoga.
Sit on the left for morning departures to keep the sun behind you. This side is superior for observing the rugged coastline of Finland and the historic architecture of Vyborg during the mid-flight segment.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 300 km (186 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: International
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