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VIE → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Vienna International Airport (Vienna) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior mix of dramatic mountain ranges like the High Tatras, major historic cities, and a better angle for viewing the massive Lake Peipus before landing.
High Tatra Mountains
Dramatic views of the snow-capped Carpathian peaks located on the border between Slovakia and Poland.
Krakow and Vistula
Spot the historic Polish city of Krakow and the meandering Vistula River during the early cruise phase.
Lithuanian Woodlands
Expansive views of the dense, emerald-green pine forests that characterize the Baltic interior.
Lake Peipus
View one of Europe's largest lakes, marking the natural border between Estonia and the Russian Federation.
St. Petersburg Approach
Often provides a better angle to see the sprawl of the city and its canals when the wind favors a southern approach.
Sit on the right for morning flights to enjoy the best natural lighting on the mountains and lakes. The High Tatras are visible approximately 25-35 minutes after takeoff, so keep your camera ready early in the flight.
Vienna Cityscape
Panoramic views of the Austrian capital and the winding Danube River shortly after departure from VIE.
Gulf of Riga
Excellent views of the Latvian coastline and the transition from land to the deep blue of the Baltic Sea.
Gulf of Finland
During the descent into LED, look for the coastal industrial hubs and the Kronstadt naval base in the distance.
Baltic Air Corridor
Frequent sightings of other aircraft on the busy trans-European routes between Western Europe and Russia.
Choose the left side for evening flights to witness spectacular sunsets over the Baltic Sea. During the winter, the frozen coastline of the Gulf of Finland creates unique geometric patterns on the water surface.
Distance: 1,572 km (977 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 6 min
Departure: VIE (48.110298156738, 16.569700241089002)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: International
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