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LED → MSQ
Which side of the plane to sit from Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg) to Minsk National Airport (Minsk 2)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the massive Lake Peipus system on the Estonian border and a clear look at the historic Pskov fortress and the city of Minsk on arrival.
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Gatchina Palace
The grand imperial estate and its unique landscape park are visible shortly after leaving St. Petersburg airspace.
Lake Peipus (Chudskoye)
The fifth-largest lake in Europe, forming a natural border between Russia and Estonia, dominates the western horizon.
Pskov Kremlin
The ancient stone fortress and Trinity Cathedral of Pskov are visible along the banks of the Velikaya River.
Polotsk
One of the oldest cities of the Eastern Slavs, recognizable by its historical layout and the Western Dvina river.
Minsk City Skyline
During the standard approach to MSQ from the north, the right side often gets a panoramic view of the Belarusian capital.
This is the premier side for geography buffs. For the best view of Lake Peipus, choose a window seat behind the wing to avoid engine obstruction. During winter, the lake is often frozen white, providing a striking contrast to the dark forests. Evening flights offer spectacular sunsets over the Baltic borderlands.
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Pushkin and Pavlovsk
Immediately after takeoff from LED, look down for the sprawling gardens and Catherine Palace in Pushkin.
Berezinsky Reserve
Extensive views of the pristine Belarusian wetlands and dense coniferous forests halfway through the flight.
Lake Ilmen Distant View
On clear days, the vast horizon of Lake Ilmen near Veliky Novgorod can be spotted to the east.
Smolevichi District
The industrial and agricultural landscapes of the Minsk region as the plane begins its final descent.
Sit on the left for the best morning light during southward travel, avoiding direct glare. It provides an excellent perspective of the Russian imperial suburbs shortly after departure. Keep your camera ready within the first 10 minutes for the palace complexes.
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Get eSIMs for BelarusDistance: 672 km (418 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 7 min
Departure: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Arrival: MSQ (53.882499694824, 28.030700683594)
Route Type: International
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