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Our Recommendation
8.5

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.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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High Tatra Mountains

Dramatic views of the snow-capped Carpathian peaks located on the border between Slovakia and Poland.

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Krakow and Vistula

Spot the historic Polish city of Krakow and the meandering Vistula River during the early cruise phase.

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Lithuanian Woodlands

Expansive views of the dense, emerald-green pine forests that characterize the Baltic interior.

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Lake Peipus

View one of Europe's largest lakes, marking the natural border between Estonia and the Russian Federation.

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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.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Vienna Cityscape

Panoramic views of the Austrian capital and the winding Danube River shortly after departure from VIE.

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Gulf of Riga

Excellent views of the Latvian coastline and the transition from land to the deep blue of the Baltic Sea.

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Gulf of Finland

During the descent into LED, look for the coastal industrial hubs and the Kronstadt naval base in the distance.

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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.

Top Activities in St. Petersburg
Route Information

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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