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KRR → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Krasnodar Pashkovsky International Airport (Krasnodar) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer views of the vast Russian plains, the right side is superior for its proximity to major water bodies like Lake Ladoga and the winding Don River, plus a better perspective of St. Petersburg during the standard approach.
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Don River Bends
Dramatic, winding curves of the Don River cutting through the central Russian landscape.
Tsimlyansk Reservoir
A massive man-made sea visible shortly after departure from Krasnodar.
Lake Ilmen
A historic, shallow lake near Veliky Novgorod, significant in early Slavic history.
Lake Ladoga
The absolute highlight; Europe's largest lake appears as a deep blue horizon during the descent.
Neva River Delta
Aerial views of the river network that defines the 'Venice of the North' just before landing.
Pulkovo Observatory
The historic observatory sits on a hill clearly visible on the right during the final seconds of flight.
The right side is essential for the approach into St. Petersburg. You will likely see the massive expanse of Lake Ladoga. For morning flights, be aware of direct sunlight, but the clarity of the water features on this side makes it worth it. Look for the 'Lakhta Center' skyscraper on the horizon during descent.
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Kuban Steppes
Expansive, colorful agricultural patchwork of the Krasnodar Krai immediately after takeoff.
Rostov-on-Don
A clear view of the 'Gateway to the Caucasus' and the southern stretches of the Don River.
Moscow Cityscape
Distant views of the capital's skyline and the Ostankino Tower if the flight path stays to the west.
Valdai National Park
Dense, pristine boreal forests and glacial lakes characterizing the northern Russian landscape.
Gulf of Finland
Occasional views of the Baltic Sea coastline as the aircraft turns for its final approach into Pulkovo.
Sit on the left for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Russian interior. It also provides a great perspective of the vast urban sprawl of Moscow's western suburbs during the mid-flight transit. Keep an eye out for the M-11 motorway, which often parallels the flight path.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,746 km (1,085 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 20 min
Departure: KRR (45.034698486328, 39.170501708984)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: Domestic
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