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ARN → HEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (Stockholm) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the dense archipelago landscapes of both Sweden and Finland, including the rugged northern islets of Åland.
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Arlanda Surroundings
Lush Swedish forests and lakes immediately after takeoff from Stockholm.
Roslagen Coastline
The rugged northern edge of the Stockholm archipelago as the plane heads east.
Northern Åland Islands
Breathtaking views of thousands of tiny islands and red granite skerries making up the northern Åland territory.
Turku Archipelago
A dense network of islands and sea channels leading toward the Finnish mainland near Naantali.
Uusimaa Landscape
The flat, lake-dotted agricultural landscape of Southern Finland during the final descent into Vantaa.
Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze. On morning flights, this side provides indirect light, perfect for photography of the granite islands. Watch for the transition from Swedish to Finnish airspace, which happens quickly on this short 50-minute hop. The intricate patterns of the islands are most visible during the first and last 20 minutes of the flight.
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Vaxholm Area
The historical maritime gateway to Stockholm with its famous fortress visible shortly after departure.
Sea of Åland
Deep blue waters where the Baltic Sea meets the Gulf of Bothnia, often dotted with large white cruise ferries.
Mariehamn View
The capital of the Åland Islands can often be spotted to the south as you pass the mid-way point.
Hanko Peninsula
The southernmost tip of mainland Finland, known for its sandy beaches and maritime history.
The right side is best for afternoon flights to see the golden hour glow reflecting off the Baltic Sea. Keep an eye out for the massive Silja and Viking Line ferries that ply the waters between Stockholm and Helsinki; they look like tiny toys from cruising altitude. If the approach into HEL is from the south, you might catch a distant glimpse of the Helsinki city center and the Suomenlinna sea fortress.
Book Hotels in HelsinkiDistance: 399 km (248 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: ARN (59.65190124511699, 17.918600082397)
Arrival: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Route Type: International
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