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ANC → JNU
Which side of the plane to sit from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (Anchorage) to Juneau International Airport (Juneau)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the massive Chugach and St. Elias mountain ranges, including some of the world's largest non-polar icefields and tidewater glaciers.
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Chugach Mountains
Immediately after takeoff, witness the jagged, snow-capped peaks surrounding the Anchorage bowl.
Columbia Glacier
One of the fastest-receding glaciers in the world, visible as a massive river of ice flowing into the sea.
Mount Saint Elias
The second-highest peak in the United States, rising dramatically from the coast to 18,008 feet.
Malaspina Glacier
A gargantuan piedmont glacier that spills out of the mountains like a giant frozen fan.
Glacier Bay Peaks
The high summits of the Fairweather Range mark the western boundary of the iconic national park.
Sit on the left for the best sunrise lighting on the mountain faces during morning flights. Ensure you have a window seat clear of the wing, as the scale of the Malaspina Glacier is best captured from a wide-angle perspective. On clear days, the sheer density of glaciers is world-class.
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Prince William Sound
A vast network of islands and deep blue fjords where the Chugach Mountains meet the Gulf of Alaska.
Kayak Island
A remote, skinny island jutting out into the Gulf, often used as a navigational waypoint.
Yakutat Bay
A scenic bay known for its proximity to the Hubbard Glacier and rugged coastal terrain.
Tongass National Forest
Deep green canopy and thousands of tiny islands as you enter the northern reaches of the Inside Passage.
Icy Strait
The final approach segment into Juneau, offering views of remote waterways and potential whale spouts.
While the left has higher peaks, the right side is better for spotting the intricate coastline and the vastness of the Gulf of Alaska. It is often less prone to direct sun glare during southbound afternoon flights. Keep an eye out for cruise ships in the straits near Juneau.
Book Hotels in JuneauDistance: 916 km (569 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: ANC (61.17440032958984, -149.99600219726562)
Arrival: JNU (58.35499954223633, -134.57600402832028)
Route Type: Domestic
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