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LED → NSK
Which side of the plane to sit from Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg) to Norilsk-Alykel Airport (Norilsk)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic shift from the lush Karelian forests to the stark, hauntingly beautiful Arctic tundra and the shimmering waters of the White Sea.
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Lake Ladoga
Europe's largest lake featuring rugged northern coastlines and glacial islands visible shortly after takeoff.
White Sea Coast
Bird's-eye views of the Onega Bay and the remote, icy inlets of Russia's northern coastline.
Pechora River Delta
An intricate network of winding waterways and wetlands in the Nenets Autonomous Okrug.
Arctic Tundra
A vast, minimalist landscape that transforms from deep greens to stark whites depending on the season.
Byrranga Mountains Horizon
Distant views of the northernmost mountain range in Russia as the flight enters the Taimyr Peninsula.
The left side provides softer lighting for photography as you head east-northeast, avoiding the harshest direct sunlight. On winter evening flights, this side is your best bet for spotting the Aurora Borealis over the Arctic Circle. Watch for the dramatic change in vegetation about halfway through the flight.
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Northern Ural Mountains
The ancient geological border between Europe and Asia, showing rugged peaks and deep valleys.
Ob River Crossing
A massive, sprawling river system that dominates the West Siberian landscape with its wide floodplains.
Siberian Taiga
An endless carpet of coniferous forest interspersed with thousands of small, circular glacial lakes.
Norilsk Industrial Landscape
During descent, view the massive metallurgical plants and unique urban grid of the world's northernmost major city.
The right side is ideal for spotting the Ural Mountains, which appear about 90 to 120 minutes into the flight. Keep a close watch for the Ob River, one of the world's longest, which serves as a major landmark. During the summer 'Polar Day,' expect very bright conditions on this side for the duration of the trip.
Book Hotels in NorilskDistance: 2,797 km (1,738 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 44 min
Departure: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Arrival: NSK (69.31109619140625, 87.33219909667969)
Route Type: Domestic
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