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Which side of the plane to sit from Bergen Airport Flesland (Bergen) to Haugesund Airport (Haugesund)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a more diverse landscape featuring the deep fjords, the entrance to the Hardangerfjord, and the rugged mountains of the Sunnhordland region, often providing a glimpse of the Folgefonna glacier on clear days.

Left Side Highlights
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Bergen Environs

Immediate views of Fana and the southern suburbs of Bergen upon departure from Flesland.

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Bjørnafjorden

Crossing the expansive Bjørnafjord with views of the island of Tysnes and its jagged peaks.

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Folgefonna Glacier

On clear days, the white expanse of Norway's third-largest glacier is visible to the east.

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Stord Mountains

Fly over the island of Stord, looking down at the industrial base of Leirvik and the high mountains inland.

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Hardangerfjord Mouth

The dramatic point where the Hardangerfjord meets the coastal archipelago.

Sit on the left for the best morning light on the mountains. This flight is extremely short (under 30 mins), so look out quickly after takeoff. The contrast between the blue fjords and the snow-capped inland peaks is most striking in late spring.

Right Side Highlights
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Austevoll Archipelago

A stunning view of hundreds of small islands and fishing villages dotting the North Sea coast.

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North Sea Horizon

Uninterrupted views of the Atlantic horizon and the rugged western edge of Norway.

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Bømlo Coastline

Detailed views of the unique rocky landscape and scattered settlements of Bømlo island.

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Coastal Lighthouses

Spot historic navigational lights along the treacherous shipping lanes leading to Haugesund.

Choose the right side for spectacular sunset views over the North Sea during evening flights. It is also the best side for viewing the approach into Karmøy, as the plane often banks toward the mainland, offering a clear view of the island's coastal geography.

Top Activities in Haugesund
Route Information

Distance: 105 km (65 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 11 min

Departure: BGO (60.29339981, 5.218140125)

Arrival: HAU (59.34529876709001, 5.208360195159901)

Route Type: Domestic

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