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LED → HAM
Which side of the plane to sit from Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg) to Hamburg Airport (Hamburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular view of the St. Petersburg city center and the Neva Delta upon departure, followed by the diverse coastal landscapes of the Baltic states and a high probability of seeing the Hamburg city skyline and Elbe River on the final approach.
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St. Petersburg Skyline
Breathtaking views of the Winter Palace, St. Isaac's Cathedral, and the Lakhta Center skyscraper.
Kronstadt Naval Base
The historic naval city on Kotlin Island and the impressive flood prevention facility (The Dam).
Tallinn Coastline
A distant but clear view of the Estonian capital and its busy passenger port.
Hel Peninsula
The distinct, narrow 35km-long sandbar stretching out into the Bay of Gdańsk in Poland.
Port of Hamburg
On final approach, see the massive container terminals and the Elbphilharmonie concert hall.
The right side is essential for the best departure views of St. Petersburg's historic center. During the descent into Hamburg, if the wind is from the west (typical), this side offers an iconic view of the Alster Lake and the city's harbor. Best for afternoon flights to enjoy the sunset over the North Sea horizon.
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Gulf of Finland
Expansive views of the southern coast of the gulf, including the Peterhof Palace grounds visible near the shoreline.
Saaremaa Island
Clear views of Estonia's largest island, featuring its unique coastline and dense forest patches.
Bornholm Island
A bird's-eye view of this Danish Baltic gem, known for its rocky northern coast and circular churches.
Rügen White Cliffs
The striking white chalk cliffs of Jasmund National Park on Germany's largest island.
Rostock Harbor
The industrial and ferry port of Warnemünde and the historic cityscape of Rostock.
Sit on the left for better lighting during morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. This side is also superior for spotting the unique geography of the Danish and German islands in the Baltic Sea. Look for the white specks of the Rügen cliffs about 20 minutes before landing.
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Get eSIMs for GermanyDistance: 1,407 km (874 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 53 min
Departure: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Arrival: HAM (53.630401611328, 9.988229751586902)
Route Type: International
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