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LED → AMS
Which side of the plane to sit from Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (Amsterdam)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the historic naval base of Kronstadt, the Swedish islands, and the spectacular coastal approach over the Dutch Wadden Sea and IJsselmeer.
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Kronstadt Fortress
The historic naval base and the Naval Cathedral on Kotlin Island stand out clearly in the Gulf of Finland.
Gotland & Öland
The Swedish islands provide beautiful maritime scenery with their distinct rocky coastlines and lighthouse markers.
Danish Archipelago
Views of the islands of Bornholm or Lolland depending on the Northern European air traffic corridor used.
Wadden Sea
The unique UNESCO-listed tidal flats and the Frisian Islands of the Netherlands are visible during the descent into Amsterdam.
IJsselmeer & Markermeer
As the plane approaches Schiphol, you often fly over these large inland lakes, seeing the dikes and reclaimed land (polders) clearly.
The right side is generally the best for light quality during westbound flights. During the final 20 minutes of the flight, keep your camera ready for the Dutch coastline and the intricate network of canals and dikes that define the Netherlands. Morning flights provide the best illumination for the Baltic islands.
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St. Petersburg Cityscape
Aerial views of the historic center, including the Hermitage and the Lakhta Center skyscraper shortly after takeoff.
Peterhof Palace
The famous 'Russian Versailles' and its iconic fountains are visible along the southern shore of the Gulf of Finland.
Baltic Landscapes
Lush green forests and agricultural patterns of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania as the flight heads southwest.
Port of Hamburg
Depending on the exact airway, the massive industrial layout and cranes of the Port of Hamburg can be spotted to the south.
Choose this side if you want the best chance to see the historic center of St. Petersburg upon departure. However, be aware that on afternoon flights, this side will face the sun for much of the journey, which may cause glare for photography.
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Get eSIMs for NetherlandsDistance: 1,773 km (1,102 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 22 min
Departure: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Arrival: AMS (52.308601, 4.76389)
Route Type: International
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