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LED → TLV
Which side of the plane to sit from Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg) to Ben Gurion International Airport (Tel-aviv)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior mix of diverse geography, including the rugged Taurus Mountains of Turkey and a panoramic entry over the Galilee and northern Israel before landing.
Historic St. Petersburg
Aerial views of the Neva River, the Hermitage, and the Golden Spires of the city shortly after takeoff.
Taurus Mountains
Dramatic, snow-capped peaks and rugged terrain as the flight traverses southern Turkey toward the Mediterranean.
Island of Cyprus
A clear view of the Karpas Peninsula and the eastern coastline of Cyprus while cruising over the Mediterranean.
Sea of Galilee
The distinct harp-shaped freshwater lake (Kinneret) is often visible when entering Israeli airspace from the north.
Judean Hills
The rolling limestone hills and terraced landscapes of central Israel during the final approach into Ben Gurion.
For day flights, sit on the left to avoid the harsh afternoon sun while flying south. As you enter Israel, watch for the Sea of Galilee and the green landscapes of the Galilee region. During the winter, the snow on the Turkish mountains is particularly striking. If landing on Runway 12, you will get a great view of the inland plains.
Gulf of Finland
Views of the industrial ports and the numerous islands dotting the coastline near St. Petersburg.
Black Sea Coastline
Stunning views of the deep blue water meeting the Turkish northern coast if the flight path follows the western corridor.
Tel Aviv Promenade
The iconic white sandy beaches and the modern skyline of Tel Aviv-Yafo as the plane turns for its final descent.
Ancient Jaffa
The historic stone architecture of the Old Jaffa port, one of the oldest in the world, visible just before touchdown.
Gush Dan Metropolitan Area
A sprawling view of Israel's central urban core and the high-tech skyscrapers of Ramat Gan.
Sit on the right side for the most iconic views of the Tel Aviv coastline during landing. Most arrivals come in from the Mediterranean Sea, meaning the right side gets a front-row seat to the beaches and the city's skyline. For evening flights, you may catch a spectacular Mediterranean sunset over the wing.
Distance: 3,109 km (1,932 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 39 min
Departure: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Arrival: TLV (32.011398315429695, 34.88669967651367)
Route Type: International
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