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CPH → SFJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (Copenhagen) to Kangerlussuaq Airport (Sondrestrom)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a spectacular front-row seat to the serrated peaks of the East Greenland coast and the iconic Russell Glacier during the descent into Kangerlussuaq.
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Norwegian Fjords
Early flight segments often provide views of the rugged Western Norway coastline.
Icelandic Highlands
Aerial perspective of the volcanic interior and northern fjords of Iceland.
East Greenland Coast
Unrivaled views of the jagged, alp-like mountains near Tasiilaq where the ice meets the sea.
Russell Glacier
The massive vertical ice wall at the edge of the sheet, visible during the final minutes of flight.
Kangerlussuaq Valley
Low-level views of the Arctic tundra and the Watson River silt plains on final approach.
The right side is the 'photographer's side' for this route. It provides the best angle for the dramatic transition from the North Atlantic to the mountainous East Greenland coast. As the plane descends into SFJ, look closely for the Russell Glacier and the Point 60 trail area. For evening flights in winter, this side is also excellent for spotting the Aurora Borealis over the Arctic Circle.
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North Sea Transition
Initial views of the crossing from Denmark toward the Norwegian coast.
Vatnajökull Ice Cap
Breathtaking views of Europe's largest glacier mass as you pass over southern Iceland.
Southern Ice Sheet
The southern expanse of the Indlandsisen, appearing as an endless, blindingly white desert.
Sukkertoppen Ice Cap
Dramatic mountain ranges and isolated glaciers visible just before the turn into the SFJ fjord.
Sit on the left for better lighting if flying during the afternoon to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is superior for viewing the massive glacial tongues of Southern Iceland and the deep blue meltwater lakes that occasionally form on the ice sheet surface during summer months.
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Get eSIMs for GreenlandDistance: 3,429 km (2,131 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 hrs 2 min
Departure: CPH (55.617900848389, 12.656000137329)
Arrival: SFJ (67.0122218992, -50.7116031647)
Route Type: International
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