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Which side of the plane to sit from Bergen Airport Flesland (Bergen) to Tromsø Airport, (Tromso)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides an unrivaled perspective of the rugged Norwegian coastline and the dramatic rise of the Lofoten islands from the Norwegian Sea.

Left Side Highlights
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Coastal Skerries

Intricate networks of thousands of small islands and rocky outcrops near Florø.

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Ålesund

The beautiful Art Nouveau city visible as the plane follows the northern coastline.

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Lofoten Wall

The legendary wall of granite peaks rising directly out of the ocean as you cross the Arctic Circle.

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Bodø

Views of the northern gateway city and the surrounding dramatic coastal landscape.

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Northern Lights

On night flights in winter, this side looks toward the open sea with minimal light pollution for Aurora viewing.

For the best experience, sit on the left side to see the transition from the North Sea to the jagged peaks of Lofoten roughly 60 minutes into the flight. In summer, the Midnight Sun glows over the horizon on this side. Avoid seats over the wing (rows 10-20 on many regional jets) to ensure an unobstructed view of the coastline.

Right Side Highlights
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Sognefjord

Deep views into the longest and deepest fjord in Norway shortly after departure from Bergen.

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Jostedalsbreen

The massive white plateau of continental Europe's largest glacier.

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Jotunheimen

Distal views of Norway's highest mountains, including the peaks of Galdhøpiggen.

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Svartisen Glacier

The distinct blue ice and snowy fields of the second-largest glacier in Norway.

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Lyngen Alps

Spectacular jagged mountain ranges visible during the final descent into Tromsø.

The right side is superior for mountain lovers and glacier spotting. Morning flights offer the best lighting as the sun hits the mountain faces. During the final descent into Tromsø, the right side often gets a spectacular close-up view of the Lyngen Alps. This side is typically less prone to sea mist that can sometimes obscure the left-side coastal views.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,221 km (759 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 38 min

Departure: BGO (60.29339981, 5.218140125)

Arrival: TOS (69.68329620361328, 18.91889953613281)

Route Type: Domestic

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