SVO → HEL

Lake Ladoga

The right side provides a distant but impressive view of Europe's largest lake, reflecting the sky on clear days.

St. Petersburg Cityscape

A major highlight of this route; the right side offers a panoramic view of the Neva River, the Winter Palace, and the city's historic center.

Kronstadt Fortifications

The flight path often passes directly north of the island of Kotlin, revealing the Naval Cathedral and historic sea forts.

Karelian Lakes

As the plane enters Finnish airspace, look for the dense patchwork of deep blue lakes and thick evergreen forests.

Porvoo Archipelago

During the descent into HEL, you will see the rocky, pine-covered islands of the Finnish coast near the historic town of Porvoo.

Moscow Outskirts

Aerial views of the Sheremetyevo industrial hub and the vast residential blocks of northern Moscow shortly after takeoff.

Volga River Basin

Crossing the upper reaches of the Volga River, providing a look at the winding waterways of the Tver region.

Gulf of Finland South Coast

The southern horizon occasionally reveals the coastline of Estonia and the distant silhouettes of the Baltic states.

Helsinki South Coast

During the final descent, the left side offers views of the Suomenlinna fortress and the bustling ferry ports of the Finnish capital.