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BGO → SKE
Which side of the plane to sit from Bergen Airport Flesland (Bergen) to Skien Airport (Skien)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the vast Hardangervidda plateau and a clear sightline to the iconic Gaustatoppen peak during the approach to Skien.
Hardangerfjord View
Dramatic views of the inner fjord branches and steep mountains rising from the sea shortly after takeoff.
Hardangerjøkulen Glacier
Visibility of the massive glacier dome on the horizon as you traverse the northern edge of the plateau.
Hardangervidda Plateau
The largest high-mountain plateau in Northern Europe, featuring a unique arctic-tundra landscape.
Gaustatoppen
The most prominent mountain in Telemark, known for its distinct conical shape, visible during the descent.
Sit on the left for the best views of the high mountain interior. For morning flights, this side avoids direct glare from the southern sun. In winter, the plateau looks like an endless white desert.
Folgefonna Glacier
Norway's third-largest glacier is visible early in the flight, glistening above the surrounding fjords.
Odda and Sørfjorden
If the flight path trends south, look down into the narrow Sørfjorden and the industrial town of Odda.
Telemark Forests
The landscape shifts from rugged mountains to the deep, lush valleys and dense forests typical of the Telemark region.
Lake Norsjø
A beautiful large lake located near Skien, marking the final stage of the approach to Skien Airport.
The right side is ideal for spotting glaciers and the transition to the southern forest landscapes. Afternoon flights provide excellent warm lighting for photographing the Folgefonna ice cap.
Distance: 273 km (170 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 27 min
Departure: BGO (60.29339981, 5.218140125)
Arrival: SKE (59.18500137329102, 9.566940307617188)
Route Type: Domestic
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