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MUC → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Munich Airport (Munich) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior coastal views of the Baltic Sea and a stunning final approach over the Gulf of Finland, featuring the palaces of the Russian Imperial family.
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Berlin Skyline
On many flight paths, you can spot the sprawling German capital and its iconic TV tower to the West.
Baltic Coastline
Clear views of the Rügen island chalk cliffs and the picturesque northern German and Polish coasts.
Estonian Islands
The large islands of Saaremaa and Hiiumaa provide a beautiful mosaic of forests and coastal inlets.
Gulf of Finland
A long stretch of deep blue water as the plane aligns for the final descent into St. Petersburg.
Peterhof Palace
During the final approach, the 'Russian Versailles' and its famous fountains are often visible on the southern shore.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see the Grand Palace at Peterhof during the descent. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the Baltic coastline perfectly without glare. During winter, look for the spectacular patterns of ice forming on the Gulf of Finland.
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Distant Alps
Looking backward and south after takeoff from Munich, the snow-capped Bavarian Alps are visible on clear days.
Prague
The 'City of a Hundred Spires' is frequently visible shortly after reaching cruising altitude.
Masurian Lake District
A stunning expanse of over 2,000 lakes nestled within the dense forests of northeastern Poland.
Riga
The Latvian capital and the mouth of the Daugava River can be seen as the route skirts the Baltic States.
Lake Peipus
One of Europe's largest lakes, marking the border between Estonia and Russia, offers a massive blue horizon.
The right side is excellent for inland geography and seeing the vast lake systems of Eastern Europe. Choose this side for afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the setting sun over the sea. Keep an eye out for the distinctive loop of the Neva River as you enter Russian airspace.
Book Hotels in St. PetersburgDistance: 1,741 km (1,082 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 19 min
Departure: MUC (48.353802, 11.7861)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: International
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