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ALF → LKL
Which side of the plane to sit from Alta Airport (Alta) to Banak Airport (Lakselv)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides the most dramatic views of the arctic coastline and the transition from the Altafjord to the Porsangerfjord, including the world's northernmost pine forest.
Altafjord Views
Deep blue waters surrounded by steep, snow-capped mountains during the initial climb from Alta.
Stabbursdalen National Park
The world's northernmost pine forest, visible as a lush green contrast against the rocky tundra.
Porsanger Peninsula
Rugged, windswept mountain ridges that define the wild geography of the Finnmark region.
Arctic Coastline
Sharp cliffs meeting the Barents Sea area, offering a sense of the remote northern wilderness.
Sit on the left for the best coastal experience. In winter, this side catches the faint glow of the polar sun on the horizon. Watch for the dramatic change in terrain as the plane crosses from one fjord system to the next.
Finnmarksvidda Plateau
The vast, rolling mountain plateau that stretches endlessly toward the Finnish border.
Lakselva River
One of Norway's most famous salmon rivers, winding its way through the valley toward the sea.
Lakselv Settlement
A bird's-eye view of the small, resilient arctic town nestled at the head of the Porsangerfjord.
Porsangmoen
A remote military and training area located within the stark, open landscape of the interior.
The right side is perfect for capturing the scale of the Finnmarksvidda. In autumn, the tundra vegetation turns a stunning crimson red. Be ready with your camera during the final descent for the best view of the river valley.
Distance: 62 km (39 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 min
Departure: ALF (69.976097106934, 23.371700286865)
Arrival: LKL (70.068801879883, 24.973499298096)
Route Type: Domestic
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