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UFA → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Ufa International Airport (Ufa) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the massive Lake Ladoga and the winding Neva River, often providing a stunning panoramic view of St. Petersburg's historic center during the final approach into Pulkovo.
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Belaya River Curves
The winding loops of the Belaya River near Ufa create striking geometric patterns from above.
Kama River Confluence
View of the enormous Kama River as it merges into the Volga basin system.
Lake Ladoga
Europe's largest freshwater lake, appearing as a vast, sea-like expanse during the descent.
Neva River Delta
The primary artery of St. Petersburg, winding through the city toward the Gulf of Finland.
St. Petersburg Center
Iconic views of the Hermitage, Peter and Paul Fortress, and the city's historic grid layout.
The right side is essential for the scenic approach into LED. If the wind is from the West, you will likely fly over the southern tip of Lake Ladoga. In winter, the ice formations on the Neva and Ladoga are spectacular. For evening flights, this side catches the late northern sunset reflections over the water.
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Ufa Southern Skyline
A wide view of the Bashkortostan capital and its industrial districts immediately after takeoff.
Nizhny Novgorod Strelka
The historic confluence of the Volga and Oka rivers, marked by the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
Rybinsk Reservoir
The southern shoreline of this massive man-made sea, a significant landmark in Central Russia.
Imperial Suburbs
Distant views of Gatchina or Tsarskoye Selo palaces during the southern descent pattern.
Choose the left side for morning departures to minimize sun glare. This side is particularly rewarding during the mid-flight segment over the Volga region, especially for spotting the dense urban layout of Nizhny Novgorod. Keep an eye out for the transition from the Bashkir steppes to the dense forests of the North-West.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,637 km (1,017 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 11 min
Departure: UFA (54.55749893188501, 55.874401092529)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: Domestic
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