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ROV → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Platov International Airport (Rostov) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides prime views of major urban centers including Voronezh and Lipetsk, as well as the most iconic aerial perspective of the St. Petersburg skyline and Neva River delta during the final approach.
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Voronezh Reservoir
A massive body of water cutting through the center of Voronezh, reflecting the city's skyline early in the flight.
Moscow Periphery
On clear days, the distant but sprawling urban mass of the Moscow metropolitan area is visible to the west.
Vyshny Volochyok
The complex canal systems and reservoirs of the 'Russian Venice' located in the Tver region.
St. Petersburg Center
Unmatched views of the Hermitage, Peter and Paul Fortress, and the Neva River during standard eastern approaches.
Lakhta Center
Europe's tallest skyscraper stands out prominently on the horizon as you enter the Leningrad region.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the sun illuminates the St. Petersburg landmarks. Request a seat behind the wing for an unobstructed view of the Neva bridges and the illuminated city grid during night flights. This side offers the best chance to see the iconic industrial and historical blend of the Russian North-West.
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Don River Basin
The intricate meandering patterns of the Don River visible shortly after departing the Rostov region.
Tver
Views of the historic city situated at the confluence of the Volga and Tvertsa rivers.
Lake Ilmen
A massive, shallow lake near Veliky Novgorod that appears as a vast silver mirror on clear days.
Veliky Novgorod
Aerial view of one of Russia's oldest cities, featuring the ancient Kremlin (Detinets) near the Volkhov River.
Gulf of Finland
The sparkling waters of the Baltic Sea coastline visible during a western approach into Pulkovo.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun. This side is particularly rewarding for nature lovers, offering views of the Valday Hills' dense forests and the vast wetlands of the Novgorod region. Watch for the sharp bend of the Volkhov River as you begin your final descent.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,506 km (936 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs
Departure: ROV (47.493888, 39.924722)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: Domestic
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