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KJA → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Yemelyanovo Airport (Krasnoyarsk) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a superior vantage point for the departure over the Yenisei River and the dramatic arrival sequence featuring Lake Ladoga and the Neva River delta before landing at Pulkovo.
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Yenisei River
A stunning view of one of the world's great rivers immediately after takeoff from Krasnoyarsk.
Ob River Bends
Watch the massive Ob River meander through the Siberian landscape with its distinctive horseshoe bends.
Northern Ural Ridges
Visible peaks of the Urals which often remain snow-capped well into the late spring.
Lake Ladoga
The highlight of the trip; Europe's largest lake is best viewed from the right side about 20-30 minutes before landing.
St. Petersburg Panorama
Exceptional views of the Neva River, the city's historic center, and the Lakhta Center skyscraper on clear days.
This is the best side for landmarks. Ensure you are looking out about 30 minutes before arrival to see the massive Lake Ladoga. During winter, the frozen Yenisei and Ladoga provide spectacular white vistas. For the best city views, hope for a western wind which often dictates a flight path over the city center.
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Siberian Lowlands
Expansive views of the marshy West Siberian Plain and its intricate network of small lakes.
Central Ural Mountains
A cross-section of the ancient mountain range that marks the geographical border between Asia and Europe.
Rybinsk Reservoir
One of the largest man-made bodies of water in the world, visible as a vast blue expanse on the horizon.
Southern St. Petersburg
Bird's-eye views of the southern suburbs and the Pulkovo Heights during the final approach.
On morning flights, the left side will be shielded from direct sunlight, offering better visibility for photography. Look for the Ural Mountains roughly halfway through the journey. If the plane circles for a southern landing, you might catch a glimpse of the Gulf of Finland.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 3,554 km (2,208 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 11 min
Departure: KJA (56.172901, 92.493301)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: Domestic
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