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LED → SKX
Which side of the plane to sit from Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg) to Saransk Airport (Saransk)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled view of the St. Petersburg city center and the Lakhta Center during departure, along with a more scenic approach into Saransk featuring the city's architectural landmarks.
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St. Petersburg Center
A spectacular view of the Hermitage, Peter and Paul Fortress, and the intricate canal system during the initial ascent.
Lakhta Center
The tallest building in Europe stands out prominently against the Gulf of Finland coastline.
Valdai Hills
The highest point of the Central Russian Upland, featuring rolling hills and numerous small glacial lakes.
Oka River Bends
The dramatic meanders of the Oka River near Kolomna and Ryazan provide a beautiful geographic pattern.
Mordovia Arena
During the final approach into SKX, the bright orange facade of the World Cup stadium is a key landmark on the right.
The right side is essential for photography during the first 10 minutes of flight. To see the city of Saransk clearly on landing, choose a window seat toward the front of the cabin to avoid wing obstruction. Winter flights offer high-contrast views of the snow-covered Russian plains and frozen rivers.
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Lake Ladoga
Europe's largest lake is often visible to the northeast during the initial climb if the flight path arcs eastward.
Volkhov River
A historic waterway that connected the Varangians to the Greeks, visible as a winding silver ribbon.
Meshchera National Park
A vast expanse of wetlands and dense coniferous forests located between Ryazan and Vladimir.
Cherepovets Industrial Area
On clear days, the massive industrial complexes near the Rybinsk Reservoir can be seen in the distance.
Sit on the left for early morning flights to avoid direct sunlight and to potentially catch the sunrise over the vast Russian forests. This side is best for viewing the remote wilderness and large river systems of the Leningrad and Vologda regions.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,100 km (684 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Arrival: SKX (54.12512969970703, 45.212257385253906)
Route Type: Domestic
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