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 (northern horizon), Neva River delta and estuary, Kronshtadt island (visible in distance on clear days), Lake Ladoga region (far northeast).

When taking off from Pulkovo (LED), sit on the Left side for the best views. Pulkovo's primary runways (01L/01R and 02L/02R) depart northward. The left side offers views of the Gulf of Finland's eastern shore and the Neva River delta as you climb out. The right side faces inland toward relatively flat, forested terrain with fewer distinctive features. Notable sights include: Gulf of Finland (northern horizon), Neva River delta and estuary, Kronshtadt island (visible in distance on clear days), Lake Ladoga region (far northeast).

When landing at Pulkovo (LED), sit on the Left side for the best views. Pulkovo typically uses runways 10L/28R and 10R/28L, with westbound approaches common. The left side offers views of the Gulf of Finland's southern shore, the Neva River delta, and the city's western approach corridor. Right side faces inland marshes and forests with less distinctive geography. Notable sights include: Gulf of Finland (Finský záliv) to the northwest, Neva River delta and its distributaries, Lake Ladoga region to the east (distant), St. Petersburg urban sprawl.

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.