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VCE → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Venice Marco Polo Airport (Venice) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled view of the Venice historic center and the Venetian Lagoon immediately after takeoff, followed by the most dramatic peaks of the Dolomites.
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Venice and the Lagoon
A bird's-eye view of the Grand Canal, St. Mark's Square, and the intricate network of islands shortly after departure.
The Dolomites
Dramatic, jagged limestone peaks including the famous Tre Cime di Lavaredo and the Sella Massif.
Vienna Skyline
Views of the Danube River and the sprawling urban landscape of the Austrian capital.
Masurian Lake District
A mosaic of thousands of lakes and dense forests across northeastern Poland.
St. Petersburg Center
The Neva River, the Hermitage, and the Lakhta Center skyscraper as the plane lines up for landing.
The first 20 minutes are critical on the right side; keep your camera ready for Venice immediately after wheels-up and the Dolomites shortly after. For the best view of the St. Petersburg skyline, hope for a northerly wind which usually results in a scenic approach over the city center.
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Austrian Alps
Stunning views of the snow-capped Tauern mountains and deep glacial valleys of Central Austria.
Prague and Bohemia
Aerial perspectives of the Vltava River and the red-roofed architecture of the Czech Republic's capital.
Gulf of Finland
The deep blue waters of the Baltic Sea meeting the Russian coastline during the descent.
Kronstadt Fortress
The historic naval base and cathedral located on Kotlin Island in the middle of the Gulf.
Peterhof Palace
The 'Russian Versailles' with its sprawling gardens and fountains visible on the southern shore of the Gulf.
Choose the left side for better lighting during afternoon flights to avoid the direct southern sun. This side is also superior for spotting the island of Kronstadt and the Peterhof fountains if the pilot approaches Pulkovo from the west.
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Get eSIMs for RussiaDistance: 1,983 km (1,232 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 39 min
Departure: VCE (45.505299, 12.3519)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: International
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