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BET → ANC
Which side of the plane to sit from Bethel Airport (Bethel) to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (Anchorage)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers an unparalleled view of the Aleutian Range's massive volcanoes and the pristine wilderness of Lake Clark National Park as you cross the Cook Inlet into Anchorage.
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Lake Clark National Park
Stunning views of turquoise glacial lakes and the heart of the Chigmit Mountains.
Mount Redoubt
A majestic, active stratovolcano that dominates the skyline across the Cook Inlet.
Mount Iliamna
Another prominent snow-capped volcano located just south of Mount Redoubt.
Cook Inlet Coastal Views
Dramatic views of the coastal mudflats and the churning waters as you descend into Anchorage.
Anchorage Approach
A great perspective of the city skyline and the surrounding Chugach Mountains during final descent.
The right side is superior for afternoon and sunset flights when the light hits the volcanoes perfectly. Look for volcanic steam plumes from Redoubt or Iliamna. During winter, the low sun angle creates dramatic shadows across the mountain ridges of Lake Clark.
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Infinite patterns of winding river channels and tundra ponds visible immediately after departure from Bethel.
Revelation Mountains
Remote and jagged granite spires of the western Alaska Range rising sharply from the tundra.
Southern Alaska Range
Vast glacial fields and rugged peaks that define the interior Alaskan landscape.
Susitna River
A massive braided river system flowing from the Alaska Range into the Cook Inlet near the end of the flight.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the southern sun glare. On exceptionally clear days, you may catch a distant glimpse of Denali to the northeast. Watch the tundra ponds for the reflection of the sky during the mid-flight cruise.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 639 km (397 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 4 min
Departure: BET (60.77980042, -161.8379974)
Arrival: ANC (61.17440032958984, -149.99600219726562)
Route Type: Domestic
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