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CLM → BFI
Which side of the plane to sit from William R Fairchild International Airport (Port Angeles) to Boeing Field King County International Airport (Seattle)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers dramatic, close-up views of the Olympic Mountains immediately after departure and a front-row seat to Mount Rainier during the descent into the Seattle basin.
Olympic Mountains
Spectacular views of snow-capped peaks including Mount Olympus and the rugged Hurricane Ridge.
Olympic National Forest
A sea of deep evergreen canopy stretching across the peninsula's mountainous terrain.
Hood Canal
A long, fjord-like natural waterway separating the Olympic and Kitsap Peninsulas.
Mount Rainier
The massive, glaciated 14,411-foot stratovolcano dominates the southern horizon for much of the flight.
Bainbridge Island
Charming views of forested islands, hidden coves, and the cross-sound ferry routes.
The right side is a mountain lover's dream. Afternoon flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the Olympic range to the west. On clear days, Mount Rainier appears surprisingly large; keep your camera ready about 10-15 minutes into the flight for the best angles.
Strait of Juan de Fuca
Expansive views of the international waterway and the distant shores of Vancouver Island, Canada.
Dungeness Spit
The longest natural sand spit in the United States, curling elegantly into the blue waters.
Seattle Skyline
A clear view of the Space Needle, Columbia Center, and the dense downtown core during the final approach.
Admiralty Inlet
Watch for ferries and cargo ships navigating the narrow entrance to the lower Puget Sound.
Lake Washington
Large freshwater lake views and the floating bridges connecting Seattle to the Eastside.
Sit on the left for early morning departures to enjoy soft lighting on the water without sun glare. It is the better side for spotting the iconic Seattle skyline and the Port of Seattle as the plane aligns with Boeing Field's runways.
Distance: 111 km (69 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 min
Departure: CLM (48.12020111083984, -123.5)
Arrival: BFI (47.52999877929688, -122.302001953125)
Route Type: Domestic
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