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LED → KVX
Which side of the plane to sit from Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg) to Pobedilovo Airport (Kirov)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for witnessing the scale of Lake Ladoga, the largest lake in Europe, and provides a clearer view of the historic city of Vologda during the cruise phase.
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Lake Ladoga
The massive expanse of Europe's largest freshwater lake is visible shortly after departing the St. Petersburg area.
Shlisselburg Fortress
A historic star-shaped fortress located on an island where the Neva River meets Lake Ladoga.
Vologda Cityscape
The flight path typically passes just north of this ancient city, known for its lace and wooden architecture.
Taiga Wilderness
Dense, untouched boreal forests stretching towards the horizon, offering a deep green canopy in summer.
Volkhov River
Watch for the winding path of this ancient trade route connecting the Baltic to the interior.
Sit on the left for the best views of the water features. For morning flights, this side will be shaded, which is better for photography as it avoids sun glare. In winter, look for the intricate patterns of ice forming on the northern river systems.
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Tsarskoye Selo
The palace complexes of Pushkin and Pavlovsk are often visible immediately after takeoff from Pulkovo.
Rybinsk Reservoir
On clear days, the distant southern horizon reveals the 'Rybinsk Sea,' one of the world's largest man-made reservoirs.
Vyatka River Bends
As the plane descends into Kirov, the meandering loops and floodplains of the Vyatka River create beautiful patterns.
Agricultural Patchwork
Vibrant fields and rural settlements of the Kostroma and Kirov regions create a geometric quilt on the ground.
Choose the right side for sunset flights to experience the golden hour over the Russian heartland. Keep your camera ready during the final 15 minutes of the flight for the best views of the Vyatka River valley near Pobedilovo Airport.
Book Hotels in KirovDistance: 1,094 km (680 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Arrival: KVX (58.50329971313501, 49.348300933838)
Route Type: Domestic
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