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BGO → RIX
Which side of the plane to sit from Bergen Airport Flesland (Bergen) to Riga International Airport (Riga)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic Hardangervidda plateau immediately after takeoff, followed by potential views of Oslo and the diverse islands of the Baltic Sea including Saaremaa.
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Hardangervidda Plateau
Europe's largest high-mountain plateau, featuring vast tundra and glacial remnants shortly after departure.
Greater Oslo Area
Distances views of the Norwegian capital and the winding Oslo Fjord as you transition towards Sweden.
Swedish Lakeland
The deep green expanse of Värmland and the northern reaches of Lake Vänern visible during cruise altitude.
Saaremaa Island
Estonia's largest island with its distinct coastline visible as the plane begins its descent over the Baltic.
Gulf of Riga
A panoramic view of the sheltered bay and the industrial port area of Riga during the final approach.
Sit on the left for the best mountain views early in the flight. On clear days, the transition from Norwegian peaks to Swedish forests is striking. During morning flights, this side experiences less direct sun glare, making it easier to spot the Estonian islands during the descent into Latvia.
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Hardangerfjord
Spectacular views of Norway's second-longest fjord and its steep, dramatic valley walls to the south.
Skagerrak Strait
The meeting point of the North Sea and the Baltic Sea, often filled with international shipping traffic.
Skåne Plains
The agricultural heartland of Southern Sweden, presenting a patchwork of gold and green fields.
Gotland and Öland
Distant glimpses of Sweden's large Baltic islands depending on the specific air traffic control routing.
Jūrmala Coastline
The long, white quartz sand beaches of Latvia's premier resort town just before touchdown.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon or evening flights to catch a beautiful sunset over the Baltic Sea. Keep an eye out for the white sandy coastline of Jūrmala during the landing phase, as the plane often banks over the Kurzeme peninsula before lining up with the runway at RIX.
Book Hotels in RigaDistance: 1,144 km (711 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 32 min
Departure: BGO (60.29339981, 5.218140125)
Arrival: RIX (56.92359924316406, 23.971099853515625)
Route Type: International
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