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ANC → FAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (Anchorage) to Fairbanks International Airport (Fairbanks)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled, close-up view of Denali (Mount McKinley), the highest peak in North America, and the massive glaciers of the central Alaska Range.
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Denali
The 20,310-foot summit of North America's tallest mountain dominates the western horizon for a significant portion of the flight.
Kahiltna Glacier
A massive 44-mile long ice river flowing down from the slopes of Denali, visible as a giant white highway.
Susitna River
Intricate braided river channels creating silver and blue patterns across the valley floor shortly after takeoff.
Denali National Park
The rugged foothills and wilderness landscapes of the park's eastern boundary transition into the high peaks.
Sit on the left for the iconic 'Big Mountain' view. Denali appears roughly 20 to 30 minutes after departure from ANC. Choose a morning flight for the best chance of clear weather before convective clouds typically form around the high summits in the afternoon.
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Rugged, jagged peaks to the east that offer beautiful textures, especially when dusted with fresh snow.
Mount Hayes
One of the highest peaks in the eastern Alaska Range, often visible in the distance during the middle of the flight.
Tanana River
A massive, sediment-rich waterway that the aircraft follows and crosses during the final descent into Fairbanks.
Boreal Forest
Expansive vistas of the Alaskan Taiga, which turns a brilliant gold during the brief autumn window in September.
The right side is excellent for viewing the sunrise on early morning departures and provides a better perspective of the Tanana River valley during the approach to Fairbanks. It is also a good choice if the left side is fully booked, as the eastern Alaska Range is still majestic.
Book Hotels in FairbanksDistance: 419 km (260 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 42 min
Departure: ANC (61.17440032958984, -149.99600219726562)
Arrival: FAI (64.81510162, -147.85600280000003)
Route Type: Domestic
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