LED (St. Petersburg) window seat guide

At Pulkovo in St. Petersburg: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Gulf of Finland (north/left), Pulkovo Heights and city sprawl (right/south), Neva River delta region (distant left), forested plains extending eastward (right).

When taking off from Pulkovo (LED), sit on the Left side for the best views. Runway 28L departs westbound, and the left side offers views of the Gulf of Finland and the city's western approaches during initial climb. The right side faces inland toward relatively flat, forested terrain with fewer distinctive features during the critical early departure phase. Notable sights include: Gulf of Finland (north/left), Pulkovo Heights and city sprawl (right/south), Neva River delta region (distant left), forested plains extending eastward (right).

When landing at Pulkovo (LED), sit on the Left side for the best views. Runway 28R (the most common landing runway) has aircraft approaching from the east, meaning the aircraft is heading westbound. From the left window seat, you'll see the Gulf of Finland and the city's waterfront districts as you descend toward the runway. The right side shows inland suburbs and forests with less distinctive features. Notable sights include: Gulf of Finland (north), Neva River delta and waterfront, Vasilievsky Island, Petrogradsky District.

The best window seat at Pulkovo (LED) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around St. Petersburg (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.