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DLG → ANC
Which side of the plane to sit from Dillingham Airport (Dillingham) to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (Anchorage)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the volcanic arc of the Alaska Peninsula, Augustine Island's iconic cone, and the dramatic mountains and glaciers of the Kenai Peninsula during the descent.
Kvichak River
One of the world's most productive salmon habitats, winding through the tundra toward Bristol Bay.
Katmai National Park
Distant but dramatic views of the volcanic chain, including the rugged peaks surrounding the Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes.
Augustine Volcano
A striking, perfectly conical volcanic island rising directly out of the waters of Cook Inlet.
Kenai Mountains
Glacier-carved peaks and icefields of the Kenai Peninsula visible across the water.
Turnagain Arm
Dramatic coastal cliffs and extreme tidal flats seen during the low-altitude approach into ANC.
The right side is the best choice for volcano spotting. Sit behind the wing for an unobstructed view of Augustine Island in the middle of Cook Inlet. On evening flights, the sunset over the Aleutian Range provides spectacular lighting on the Kenai glaciers. Keep an eye out for beluga whales in the inlet as you descend.
Wood-Tikchik State Park
The flight departs near the nation's largest state park, featuring sprawling deep-water lakes and jagged spires.
Lake Clark National Park
View the intersection of the Alaska and Aleutian Ranges, including the stunning turquoise waters of Lake Clark.
Mount Redoubt
Look for this massive, glacier-covered active stratovolcano standing prominently at over 10,000 feet.
Susitna River Valley
Vast braided river systems and wetlands visible as the aircraft turns toward the final approach into Anchorage.
Choose the left side for superior views of the remote Lake Clark wilderness. Morning flights are ideal as the sun will be behind the aircraft, illuminating the Tordrillo Mountains. During winter, look for tracks of wildlife across the frozen tundra in the first 20 minutes of flight.
Distance: 527 km (327 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 53 min
Departure: DLG (59.04470062, -158.50500490000002)
Arrival: ANC (61.17440032958984, -149.99600219726562)
Route Type: Domestic
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