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Which side of the plane to sit from Cold Bay Airport (Cold Bay) to King Cove Airport (King Cove)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers the most dramatic views of Mount Frosty and the rugged volcanic coastline as you transition from the Bering Sea side to the Pacific side of the Alaska Peninsula.

Right Side Highlights
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Mount Frosty

A massive, snow-capped stratovolcano located just southwest of Cold Bay, providing a stunning backdrop immediately after takeoff.

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Frosty Peak Glaciers

Small, high-altitude glaciers and permanent snowfields clinging to the volcanic ridges.

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King Cove Mountains

The dramatic, steep-sided mountains that surround the King Cove valley, creating a fjord-like landscape.

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King Cove Harbor

A bird's-eye view of the busy fishing port and the Peter Pan Seafoods cannery, one of the largest in the world.

Sit on the right for the best view of Mount Frosty. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the eastern face of the volcano. Be prepared for a quick flight; the distance is less than 20 miles, so keep your camera ready from takeoff.

Left Side Highlights
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Izembek National Wildlife Refuge

Expansive wetlands and lagoons that serve as a critical habitat for migratory birds like the Pacific Black Brant.

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Cold Bay Shoreline

The intricate, windswept coastline of the northern peninsula where the tundra meets the Bering Sea.

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Aleutian Range Vista

Sweeping views of the distant, jagged volcanic peaks that form the spine of the Alaska Peninsula.

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Belkofski Bay

A deep bay on the southern side of the peninsula, often featuring rugged cliffs and deep blue water.

Look for the stark transition from the flat, marshy tundra of the north side to the steep mountains. During autumn, the Izembek Refuge area is vibrant with migratory bird activity and changing tundra colors.

Top Activities in King Cove
Route Information

Distance: 31 km (19 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 min

Departure: CDB (55.20610046386719, -162.72500610351562)

Arrival: KVC (55.11629867553711, -162.26600646972656)

Route Type: Domestic

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