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LED → KUF
Which side of the plane to sit from Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg) to Kurumoch International Airport (Samara)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers superior views of historical Russian cities and the dramatic landscape of the Samara Bend and Zhiguli Mountains during the descent.
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Veliky Novgorod
One of Russia's oldest cities, featuring its historic Kremlin and the Volkhov River, appears early in the flight.
Valdai Hills
The highest point of Central Russia, serving as the source for the Volga and other major rivers.
Moscow Metropolitan Area
The massive sprawl and outskirts of the capital are visible in the distance to the south.
Samara Bend
The most spectacular geographic feature where the Volga River makes a sharp 180-degree turn.
Zhiguli Dam
A massive hydroelectric power station and the Kuybyshev Reservoir near Tolyatti are clearly visible during descent.
Secure a right-side window seat for the approach into Kurumoch to see the Zhiguli Mountains. Morning flights provide the best illumination for the river curves, while winter flights highlight the frozen patterns of the Volga.
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Lake Ladoga
The largest lake in Europe is often visible to the north shortly after takeoff from St. Petersburg.
Northern Taiga
Dense boreal forests spanning the Vologda and Yaroslavl regions create a vast green carpet.
Nizhny Novgorod
The confluence of the Oka and Volga rivers marks a significant landmark on the left-hand side.
This side is ideal for spotting the massive water reservoirs of the upper Volga. Late afternoon flights provide softer lighting for the forested landscapes.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,396 km (867 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 52 min
Departure: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Arrival: KUF (53.504901885986, 50.16429901123)
Route Type: Domestic
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