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Which side of the plane to sit from Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg) to Koltsovo Airport (Yekaterinburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a spectacular view of Lake Ladoga shortly after takeoff from St. Petersburg and offers the most dramatic perspective of the Ural mountain transition as you approach Yekaterinburg.
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Lake Ladoga
The largest lake in Europe is often visible on the left side shortly after departing Pulkovo, offering vast blue horizons.
Northern Taiga
Endless stretches of pristine coniferous forests across the Vologda and Kirov regions provide a classic Russian wilderness view.
Trans-Siberian Glimpses
Aerial views of the critical rail infrastructure that connects the European heartland to the Siberian frontier.
Middle Ural Mountains
A clear view of the ancient, weathered peaks that mark the geographic border between the European and Asian continents.
Choose a window seat on the left side (typically 'A') for morning flights to keep the sun behind you. This side is superior for seeing Lake Ladoga during the initial climb and the expansive landscape of the Perm region. In winter, the contrast between the frozen rivers and dark forests is particularly striking.
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St. Petersburg Suburbs
Detailed views of the southern outskirts of the city and the Neva River valley during the initial ascent.
Rybinsk Reservoir
On clear days, the distant glint of this massive man-made sea can be spotted to the south-southeast.
Kama River Basin
Views of the wide, winding Kama River as the flight path nears the industrial hub of Perm.
Yekaterinburg Cityscape
A view of the modern high-rises and industrial landscape of the Ural capital during the final approach phase.
The right side (typically 'F') faces south, meaning it can be quite bright and hot during midday flights. Keep your window shade down if you want to avoid glare. It offers better views of the Yekaterinburg city center if the aircraft approaches Koltsovo from the west.
Book Hotels in YekaterinburgDistance: 1,801 km (1,119 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 24 min
Departure: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Arrival: SVX (56.743099212646, 60.802700042725)
Route Type: Domestic
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