Passengers on the right side can enjoy views of the Gulf of Finland and the Peterhof area during a westward departure.
The Right Side (Starboard) is generally superior for this long-haul route, offering stunning views of the North Sea coastline, the Bay of Biscay, and a spectacular approach to Tenerife that usually features a clear view of Mount Teide, Spain's highest peak.
The left side provides an exceptional view of Lake Ladoga shortly after takeoff and offers a more dramatic perspective of the snow-capped Fergana Range during the descent into the valley.
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Central Ural Mountains and the dramatic approach over the Yenisei River valley, combined with better chances of seeing the St. Petersburg skyline during departure.
The right side offers superior views of the major river systems of Central Russia, including the Volga and Kama, and often provides a direct view of the city of Kazan during the mid-flight transit.
The right side offers a superior chance of seeing dramatic landscapes including the Scandinavian coastline, potential glimpses of the North Atlantic islands, and the stunning turquoise coral reefs of the Turks and Caicos during the descent into Punta Cana.
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the Stockholm archipelago and the Estonian coastline during the initial phase of the flight.
The left side offers the most scenic views of the vast Lake Ladoga shortly after takeoff and provides a superior angle for spotting the historic cities and cathedral spires along the Upper Volga River.
The left side provides the most dramatic scenery during the final third of the flight, offering spectacular vistas of the Tien Shan and Pamir-Alay mountain ranges as you descend into Tajikistan.
The right side offers a superior view of the Baltic coastline, major port cities, and the scenic mountain ranges during the final descent into Pardubice.
The left side offers spectacular views of Europe's largest lakes, Ladoga and Onega, followed by the pristine, untouched taiga of the Russian North.
The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Volga River bends, the more rugged sections of the Southern Ural Mountains, and better lighting for photography during afternoon or evening flights.
The left side offers a superior perspective of the St. Petersburg city center upon departure and provides better views of the inland European capitals like Vilnius and Warsaw, plus the best angle for the Vienna city approach.