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LED → VCE
Which side of the plane to sit from Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (Venice)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled view of the historic center of Venice, including St. Mark's Square, during the standard approach into Marco Polo Airport, plus stunning views of the Eastern Alps.
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St. Petersburg Departure
Panoramic views of the Neva River delta, the Lakhta Center, and the urban sprawl of Russia's northern capital.
Lake Peipus
The massive freshwater border between Estonia and Russia is visible shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
High Tatras
Dramatic views of the jagged peaks forming the natural border between Poland and Slovakia.
Eastern Alps
Fly over the snow-capped Austrian peaks before descending toward the Italian border.
Historic Venice
The absolute highlight: a clear view of the 'fish-shaped' historic island, the Grand Canal, and San Marco during the final descent.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing on the left side to capture the iconic aerial shot of Venice. Most flights land towards the northeast (Runway 04), meaning the plane banks over the Adriatic and keeps the city on the left. Morning flights provide excellent front-lighting for the Alps, while late afternoon flights offer a golden glow over the Venetian Lagoon.
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Gulf of Finland
Expansive views of the Baltic Sea and the Finnish coastline during the initial phase of the flight.
Baltic Shoreline
Visuals of the sandy Curonian Spit and the coastal landscapes of Latvia and Lithuania.
Central Europe
On clear days, the architectural patterns of cities like Prague or Brno can be spotted from high altitude.
Dolomite Mountains
Breathtaking views of the limestone peaks and deep valleys of the Italian Dolomites as the plane enters Italian airspace.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Baltic Sea and later over the Alps. While you miss the direct view of Venice's historic core on standard approaches, you get a better view of the industrial Porto Marghera and the mainland city of Mestre. Ensure you are not over the wing to see the steep mountain valleys clearly.
Book Hotels in VeniceDistance: 1,983 km (1,232 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 39 min
Departure: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Arrival: VCE (45.505299, 12.3519)
Route Type: International
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