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MLA → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Malta International Airport (Malta) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side features the spectacular Mount Etna volcano in Sicily and the jagged peaks of the Dolomites as the flight crosses the European continent.
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Mount Etna
One of the world's most active volcanoes, offering a stunning silhouette on the Sicilian horizon.
Apennine Mountains
The rugged spine of Italy stretching from the south all the way to the Po Valley.
The Dolomites
Iconic limestone peaks of the Italian Alps known for their dramatic vertical walls.
Warsaw
The sprawling urban center of Poland's capital and the Vistula River winding through it.
Lake Ladoga
Europe's largest lake, located just east of the city, visible during the approach to Pulkovo.
The right side is essential for seeing Mount Etna shortly after takeoff from Malta. For morning flights, keep the window shade partially down to manage the bright sunlight while crossing Central Europe.
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Aerial views of the Maltese archipelago and the Blue Lagoon as you climb north.
Tyrrhenian Coastline
Views of the western Italian coast and the shimmering Tyrrhenian Sea.
Western Alps
Glacier-covered peaks of the Swiss and Austrian Alps visible during the mid-flight cruise.
Central Europe
A patchwork of Czech and Polish farmland punctuated by historic towns.
Gulf of Finland
The Estonian coastline and the maritime traffic entering the Baltic Sea near Tallinn.
Choose the left side for better lighting during afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also superior for viewing the Baltic coastline during the final descent into St. Petersburg.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 2,894 km (1,798 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 52 min
Departure: MLA (35.857498, 14.4775)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: International
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