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LED → KJA
Which side of the plane to sit from Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg) to Yemelyanovo Airport (Krasnoyarsk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Central Ural Mountains and the dramatic approach over the Yenisei River valley, combined with better chances of seeing the St. Petersburg skyline during departure.
St. Petersburg Panorama
Breathtaking views of the Neva River, the Hermitage, and the Peter and Paul Fortress shortly after takeoff.
Central Ural Mountains
A clear view of the ancient mountain range's weathered peaks as you cross into the Asian continent.
Siberian Industrial Hubs
Bird's-eye views of major industrial centers like Perm or the outskirts of Yekaterinburg depending on the path.
Irtysh River
A major tributary of the Ob, often appearing more defined and structured on the southern flight path.
Yenisei River Valley
A spectacular view of one of the world's great rivers during the final descent into Krasnoyarsk.
Kuznetsk Alatau
Distant views of the snowy peaks of the Alatau range to the south as you approach the destination.
The right side is the 'sunny side' on this eastbound route; bring sunglasses and be prepared for glare during midday flights. For the best experience, book a night flight to see the brilliant lights of the Ural industrial cities. During the winter, the contrast between the frozen Yenisei and the snow-covered Siberian landscape is exceptionally photogenic on the final approach into KJA.
Lake Ladoga
As you depart St. Petersburg, view the massive expanse of Europe's largest lake to the north.
Vast Taiga Biome
Infinite stretches of dark coniferous forests characterize the landscape of the Vologda and Kirov regions.
Northern Urals
Spot the distant, jagged peaks of the Ural range marking the boundary between Europe and Asia.
Ob River Crossing
The winding silver threads of the mighty Ob River system cutting through the West Siberian Plain.
Vasyugan Swamp
One of the largest swamps in the world, appearing as a complex mosaic of water and moss from high altitude.
Choose the left side for photography to avoid direct sun glare, as you will be facing north for the duration of the flight. This side is particularly scenic during the 'White Nights' of summer when the horizon remains illuminated even at midnight. Keep an eye out for the massive river systems of Western Siberia which look like silver veins against the green forest.
Distance: 3,554 km (2,208 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 11 min
Departure: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Arrival: KJA (56.172901, 92.493301)
Route Type: Domestic
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