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ANC → SDP
Which side of the plane to sit from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (Anchorage) to Sand Point Airport (Sand Point)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides an unparalleled view of the 'Ring of Fire' volcanoes, including active stratovolcanoes and the rugged coastline of Katmai National Park.
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Mount Redoubt & Iliamna
Two massive, snow-capped active volcanoes that dominate the western skyline of the Cook Inlet.
Lake Clark National Park
A stunning wilderness of turquoise lakes, jagged granite spires, and hanging glaciers.
Katmai National Park
Fly past the Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes and the site of the massive 1912 Novarupta eruption.
Aniakchak Crater
One of the most remote and impressive volcanic calderas in the world, stretching 6 miles across.
Pavlof Volcanoes
Two of the most active volcanoes in the Aleutian Range, often seen venting steam or ash.
This is one of the most scenic flight paths in the world. Choose the right side for front-row views of the Aleutian Range. Afternoon flights provide the best lighting for photography as the sun illuminates the volcanic peaks. Ensure your window is clear, as the high-altitude volcanic vistas are breathtaking throughout the entire second half of the flight.
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Cook Inlet
Initial views of the silty, glacial waters and extreme tidal flats surrounding Anchorage.
Kenai Peninsula
Distant views of the Harding Icefield and the rugged fjords of Kenai Fjords National Park.
Shelikof Strait
The deep water channel between the mainland and Kodiak Island, often filled with marine life.
Shumagin Islands
A cluster of remote, rocky islands emerging from the North Pacific as you approach Sand Point.
Morning flights on this side will face the sun, potentially causing glare. This side is best for spotting the remote Kodiak Archipelago in the distance and observing the vastness of the Gulf of Alaska. Keep an eye out for fishing vessels in the productive waters of the Shelikof Strait.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 895 km (556 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 30 min
Departure: ANC (61.17440032958984, -149.99600219726562)
Arrival: SDP (55.31499862670898, -160.5229949951172)
Route Type: Domestic
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