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ANC → CDV
Which side of the plane to sit from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (Anchorage) to Merle K (Mudhole) Smith Airport (Cordova)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the massive tidewater glaciers of Prince William Sound and the jagged, snow-covered peaks of the Chugach Range.
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Chugach Mountains
Incredible views of the steep, snow-draped peaks immediately following takeoff from Anchorage.
Portage Glacier
A glimpse of the famous glacier and its surrounding ice-choked lake as you cross the Kenai Peninsula.
Columbia Glacier
One of the largest tidewater glaciers in the region, appearing as a massive river of ice meeting the sea.
Prince William Sound
Deep blue fjords and intricate coastlines that define the northern reaches of the sound.
Orca Inlet
The final approach into Cordova offers views of the rich marine habitats and narrow waterways.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing for the clearest views of the glacier fields. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the eastern faces of the Chugach Mountains, making the ice appear brilliantly blue. Keep your camera ready shortly after takeoff as the transition from land to sea happens quickly on this short flight.
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Look down at the dramatic silt flats and the unique bore tide patterns of this narrow waterway.
Alyeska & Girdwood
Views of Alaska's premier ski resort nestled in the valley between mountain ridges.
Hinchinbrook Island
A massive, rugged island that marks the entrance to Prince William Sound from the Gulf.
Gulf of Alaska
Expansive views of the open North Pacific Ocean to the south during the mid-portion of the flight.
The right side is excellent for spotting the bore tide in Turnagain Arm if the timing is right. This side also offers a broader perspective of the remote islands within Prince William Sound. During winter months, this side catches more of the low-hanging southern sun, which can provide a warm glow over the landscape but may also cause glare on the windows.
Book Hotels in CordovaDistance: 256 km (159 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 26 min
Departure: ANC (61.17440032958984, -149.99600219726562)
Arrival: CDV (60.49179839999999, -145.4779968)
Route Type: Domestic
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