The right side typically offers a superior view of the St. Petersburg city center, featuring the Neva River and the city's historic architectural landmarks.
The left side is generally preferred for the scenic approach into St. Petersburg, often offering views of the Gulf of Finland and the city's western districts during the descent.
The left side offers superior views of the Bulgarian coastline upon departure and provides the most iconic views of the Gulf of Finland and the historic center of St. Petersburg during the descent into Pulkovo.
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.
The flight path primarily heads north over the Eastern European Plain. The left side offers superior views of the intricate river systems of Belarus and the expansive Lake Peipus system near the Russian border.