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ZRH → LED
Which side of the plane to sit from Zürich Airport (Zurich) to Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is generally preferred for the scenic approach into St. Petersburg, providing sweeping views of the Baltic Sea coastline and the historic Kronstadt naval base.
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Black Forest
Lush green canopy and rolling hills of southwestern Germany shortly after takeoff from Zurich.
Berlin Skyline
Distant views of the German capital and its surrounding lake districts during the mid-flight segment.
Baltic Sea Coast
Deep blue waters and the occasional glimpse of the Swedish coastline or the Danish island of Bornholm.
Gulf of Finland
The narrowing sea approach with the Finnish coastline and Helsinki visible to the north in clear weather.
Kronstadt
The historic naval fortress island and its grand naval cathedral during the final descent into Pulkovo.
Book an evening flight to witness the sunset over the Baltic Sea. During the final approach, look for the Lakhta Center, Europe's tallest building, which is typically visible from this side of the aircraft.
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Lake Constance
The massive Bodensee marking the border between Switzerland, Germany, and Austria visible shortly after departure.
Polish Lowlands
A patchwork of agricultural fields and historic settlements stretching across Central Europe.
Riga Bay
The distinctive curve of the Latvian coastline and the mouth of the Daugava River.
Lake Peipus
One of the largest lakes in Europe, straddling the border between Estonia and the Russian Federation.
St. Petersburg Suburbs
The dense urban grid and the winding Neva River as the plane maneuvers for landing.
Early morning flights offer spectacular views on this side due to the sunrise over the Baltic States. Keep an eye out for the vast, dense pine forests of the Leningrad Oblast as you cross into Russian airspace.
Book Hotels in St. PetersburgDistance: 1,966 km (1,222 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 37 min
Departure: ZRH (47.464699, 8.54917)
Arrival: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Route Type: International
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