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PED → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Pardubice Airport (Pardubice) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the approach into St. Petersburg, providing panoramic views of the Gulf of Finland, the historic Kronstadt fortress, and the city skyline during the final descent.
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Elbe River Basin
Immediate views of the winding Labe (Elbe) river and the flat agricultural landscapes of Eastern Bohemia.
Warsaw Skyline
If the flight path trends slightly west, the cluster of skyscrapers in the Polish capital is often visible in the distance.
Latvian Woodlands
Expansive, deep green vistas of the Gauja National Park area as you transit through the Baltic states.
Gulf of Finland
Stunning blue waters and major shipping lanes leading toward the Neva Bay as you enter Russian airspace.
Kronstadt Naval Cathedral
The massive white dome of the cathedral on Kotlin Island is a primary landmark during the approach to LED.
Choose a seat in front of the wing for the best views of the Gulf of Finland. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind you, illuminating the St. Petersburg skyline and the water perfectly. Look for the Lakhta Center, Europe's tallest building, on the horizon during the final 10 minutes of flight.
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Mazurian Lake District
A breathtaking mosaic of over 2,000 lakes scattered across Northeastern Poland.
Lake Peipus
The massive border lake between Estonia and Russia, appearing like an inland sea from cruising altitude.
Pushkin & Pavlovsk
The historic suburban palace complexes and their manicured gardens are often visible during the southeastern approach.
Pulkovo Observatory
The historic observatory situated on the Pulkovo Heights just south of the airport runway.
The right side is excellent for capturing the 'Land of a Thousand Lakes' in Poland. On afternoon flights, this side will be shaded, which is better for photography to avoid glare. During the winter, the frozen surface of Lake Peipus creates a surreal, white geometric landscape that is best viewed from this side.
Book Hotels in St. PetersburgDistance: 1,424 km (885 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 54 min
Departure: PED (50.01340103149414, 15.73859977722168)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: International
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