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Our Recommendation
8.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a more scenic perspective of the Baltic coastline, the Daugava River mouth, and a spectacular approach over the Helsinki archipelago.

Right Side Highlights
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Belarusian Forests

Dense, lush green expanses of the Naliboki and Berezinsky regions shortly after departure from Minsk.

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Riga & Jurmala

Aerial views of the Daugava River flowing into the sea and the long, white sandy beaches of the Latvian coast.

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Estonian Bogs

The unique, patterned landscapes of the Soomaa and Lahemaa national parks with their distinct marshland geography.

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Helsinki Archipelago

A stunning mosaic of thousands of rocky islands and islets as the plane descends into Vantaa.

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Gulf of Finland Traffic

Active shipping lanes with cargo ships and ferries moving between Tallinn and Helsinki.

The right side is highly recommended for the descent into Helsinki; the archipelago view is world-class. In winter, this side allows you to see the beautiful contrast of ice formations along the northern Estonian and southern Finnish coasts.

Left Side Highlights
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Vilnius Panorama

The flight path often passes near the Lithuanian capital, offering views of its baroque Old Town and the Neris River.

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Gulf of Riga

Expansive views of the deep blue waters of the gulf looking out toward the open Baltic Sea.

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Tallinn Skyline

Depending on the specific airway, you can catch the medieval spires of the Estonian capital before crossing the gulf.

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Baltic Horizon

On evening flights, this side provides front-row seats to the sunset reflecting off the sea.

Choose the left side for evening flights to enjoy the sunset over the Baltic Sea. It is also the better side for spotting the western Estonian islands like Saaremaa and Hiiumaa from a distance.

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Route Information

Distance: 739 km (459 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 14 min

Departure: MSQ (53.882499694824, 28.030700683594)

Arrival: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)

Route Type: International

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