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KZN → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Kazan International Airport (Kazan) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Kazan Kremlin upon departure and a spectacular approach past Lake Ladoga and the Neva River into St. Petersburg.
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Kazan Kremlin
Aerial view of the UNESCO World Heritage site and the stunning Kul Sharif Mosque.
Gorky Reservoir
A massive man-made 'sea' on the Volga river with picturesque forested shorelines.
Lake Ladoga
Europe's largest lake, often appearing as a vast blue ocean to the north during descent.
St. Petersburg Skyline
The iconic Lakhta Center skyscraper and the winding Neva River leading to the Gulf of Finland.
Shlisselburg
The historic Oreshek Fortress situated on an island where the Neva leaves Lake Ladoga.
The right side is highly recommended for the approach into St. Petersburg. If the flight path passes over Lake Ladoga, you will see the source of the Neva River. During the 'White Nights' of June and July, even late-night flights offer incredible visibility of the northern landscape.
Book Hotels in St. PetersburgVolga-Kama Confluence
The massive junction of two of Russia's most significant rivers just south of Kazan.
Nizhny Novgorod
Views of the historic city and the strategic point where the Oka River meets the Volga.
Valdai Hills
The forested upland region that serves as the drainage divide for major European rivers.
Gatchina Estate
The sprawling imperial park and palace complex visible during the final descent into Pulkovo.
Choose the left side for dramatic sunset views during evening flights heading west. This side is also better for spotting the suburban imperial estates like Gatchina as the plane aligns for landing at Pulkovo from the south.
Get eSIMs for Russia
Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,217 km (756 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: KZN (55.606201171875, 49.278701782227)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: Domestic
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