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SCW → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Syktyvkar Airport (Syktyvkar) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular view of Lake Ladoga, the largest lake in Europe, and provides the best angle for the St. Petersburg skyline and the Neva River during the final approach.
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Lake Ladoga
The massive, sea-like expanse of Europe's largest lake, often visible for a long duration of the flight.
Oreshek Fortress
The historic island fortification at Shlisselburg where the Neva River meets Lake Ladoga.
St. Petersburg Skyline
A panoramic view of the city, including the iconic Lakhta Center and the historic center's spires.
Neva River Delta
The complex network of channels and bridges as the Neva flows into the Gulf of Finland.
The right side is the clear winner for landmark spotting. Try to book an evening flight during the 'White Nights' (June-July) for incredible lighting over Lake Ladoga. Be ready with your camera as the plane descends, as the Lakhta Center and the Neva delta appear rapidly.
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Komi Taiga
Dense, untouched boreal forests stretching across the Komi Republic shortly after takeoff.
Vychegda Meanders
The intricate, winding loops of the Vychegda River as it flows west from Syktyvkar.
Vologda Countryside
Bird's-eye view of traditional Russian villages and agricultural patches in the Vologda region.
Imperial Estates
Clear views of Gatchina and Pavlovsk palaces and parks during the southern approach to Pulkovo.
Sit on the left for softer lighting during morning flights to avoid the direct northern sun. This side is particularly rewarding for seeing the historic palace complexes of the Leningrad region if the flight follows a southern landing pattern into LED.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,133 km (704 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: SCW (61.64699935913086, 50.84510040283203)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: Domestic
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