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LED → DUS
Which side of the plane to sit from Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg) to Düsseldorf Airport (Duesseldorf)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular coastal views along the Baltic Sea, including German islands and a prime view of Hamburg's massive port infrastructure.
Gulf of Finland
Deep blue waters dotted with merchant ships and remote islands shortly after leaving Russian airspace.
Saaremaa & Hiiumaa
Distinctive shapes of Estonia's largest islands visible during the mid-flight cruise over the Baltic.
Rügen Island
The iconic white chalk cliffs of Jasmund National Park and the long sandy beaches of Germany's largest island.
Hamburg & The Elbe
A breathtaking view of the massive container terminals, the Elbe Philharmonic Hall, and the winding Elbe river.
Bremen & Weser River
The historic city of Bremen and its industrial riverfront shortly before starting the descent into North Rhine-Westphalia.
The right side is superior for maritime scenery. Sit here to catch the sunset over the North Sea on late afternoon flights. Keep your camera ready as you approach Hamburg, as the flight path frequently passes directly south of the city, providing a perfect 'map-like' view of the harbor.
St. Petersburg Suburbs
Aerial views of the Peterhof Palace complex and the southern Gulf of Finland coastline during initial ascent.
Lake Peipus Border
Distal views of the massive lake forming the border between Estonia and Russia.
Szczecin & Oder River
The winding Oder river and the historic Polish port city of Szczecin as you cross into German airspace.
Lower Saxony Plains
A characteristic patchwork of agricultural fields and small German villages stretching toward the horizon.
Ruhr Valley Urbanization
The dense industrial and urban landscape of the Rhine-Ruhr region during the final descent into Düsseldorf.
Choose the left side for the best chance to see the gilded domes of St. Petersburg on departure. For evening flights, this side will be shielded from direct sun glare, offering softer colors over the German countryside. Watch for the lights of Berlin in the distance on a clear night.
Distance: 1,741 km (1,082 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 19 min
Departure: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Arrival: DUS (51.289501, 6.766780000000001)
Route Type: International
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