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Which side of the plane to sit from Bodø Airport (Bodo) to Mo i Rana Airport, Røssvoll (Mo i Rana)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides an unparalleled view of the Svartisen glacier, Norway's second-largest glacier, and the breathtaking Helgeland coastline with its thousands of islands.

Right Side Highlights
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Svartisen Glacier

Stunning views of the massive ice field and the Engenbreen glacier tongue stretching toward the Holandsfjorden.

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Helgeland Archipelago

A mosaic of thousands of small islands and skerries scattered across the turquoise Norwegian Sea.

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Glomfjorden

A deep, dramatic fjord surrounded by steep mountains that create a narrow corridor of water leading to the ice.

Since this flight is operated by small turboprop aircraft, try to sit in the rear to avoid the high-wing and engine obstructing your view of Svartisen. The glacier is best seen mid-flight; have your camera ready as the flight duration is very short.

Left Side Highlights
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Børvasstindan Mountains

A dramatic and rugged mountain range located just south of Bodø, offering sharp peaks and deep valleys.

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Saltstraumen

The world's strongest maelstrom, visible shortly after takeoff if the departure path heads south-east.

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Saltfjellet National Park

Vast mountain plateaus and the Arctic Circle crossing point characterized by alpine tundra.

Look out early for the Børvasstindan peaks. During evening flights in winter, this side is excellent for spotting the Northern Lights over the inland mountain ranges away from coastal cloud cover.

Top Activities in Mo i Rana
Route Information

Distance: 101 km (63 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 10 min

Departure: BOO (67.26920318603516, 14.365300178527832)

Arrival: MQN (66.363899230957, 14.301400184631)

Route Type: Domestic

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