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ANC → ENA
Which side of the plane to sit from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (Anchorage) to Kenai Municipal Airport (Kenai)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an intimate look at the rugged Kenai Peninsula coastline and the dramatic rise of the Chugach and Kenai Mountains immediately after takeoff.
Chugach Mountains
Stunning views of the jagged, snow-capped peaks surrounding Anchorage during the initial ascent.
Turnagain Arm
A glimpse into the narrow waterway known for its dramatic bore tides and silty glacial waters.
Kenai Mountains
Fly parallel to the alpine ridges and glacial valleys of the northern Kenai Peninsula.
Kenai River Delta
The iconic turquoise waters of the Kenai River as it winds toward the mouth at Cook Inlet.
Beluga Point
During early ascent, look down at the rocky shoreline where white beluga whales are often spotted.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the mountains bathed in soft light. This side stays closer to the dramatic terrain of the peninsula, making for great photography of the transition from mountains to coastal wetlands. Look for Dall sheep on the cliffs near the Turnagain Arm during the first 10 minutes.
Mount Redoubt
An active stratovolcano across the inlet, often visible as a massive, ice-clad pyramid.
Mount Spurr
The easternmost volcano of the Aleutian Arc, frequently venting steam on clear days.
Cook Inlet
Expansive views of the vast tidal flats and the deep blue waters separating the mainland from the volcanic west.
Mount Susitna
Known as 'The Sleeping Lady,' this mountain dominates the skyline to the northwest of Anchorage.
The right side is high-risk, high-reward; on a clear day, the line of volcanoes (Redoubt, Iliamna, and Spurr) is one of the most majestic sights in Alaska. Afternoon and evening flights are best on this side to capture the sun setting over the Aleutian Range.
Distance: 95 km (59 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 min
Departure: ANC (61.17440032958984, -149.99600219726562)
Arrival: ENA (60.57310104370117, -151.2449951171875)
Route Type: Domestic
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