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DUT → IKO
Which side of the plane to sit from Unalaska Airport (Unalaska) to Nikolski Air Station (Nikolski)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides a front-row seat to the Aleutian chain's most dramatic volcanic activity, specifically the massive Makushin Volcano and the Okmok Caldera.
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Makushin Volcano
A stunning 6,680-foot active stratovolcano on Unalaska Island, usually covered in snow and occasionally venting steam.
Okmok Caldera
A massive, 6-mile wide volcanic crater on Umnak Island featuring cinder cones and steaming vents within its basin.
The Bering Sea
Vast, moody northern waters that stretch toward the horizon, often filled with dramatic cloud formations.
Inanudak Bay
A deep, remote bay on the northern shore of Umnak Island known for its volcanic black sand beaches.
Umnak Tundra
Expansive treeless plains where wild reindeer herds are frequently seen roaming near the Nikolski settlement.
The right side is non-negotiable for volcano enthusiasts. Look for Makushin immediately after takeoff from Dutch Harbor. Afternoon flights provide the best shadows to define the complex geography of the Okmok Caldera. Bring a wide-angle lens to capture the full scale of the volcanic peaks.
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Unalaska Bay
Aerial view of the industrial Dutch Harbor port and the surrounding jagged coastline of Amaknak Island.
Umnak Pass
A narrow strait where the Bering Sea and the North Pacific Ocean collide with visible, turbulent currents.
South Umnak Cliffs
Sheer rock faces and steep emerald-green mountains that drop directly into the cold Pacific waters.
Pacific Coastline
The wild, uninhabited southern edge of the islands, where whales are occasionally spotted from lower altitudes.
Sit on the left for softer lighting and to avoid the direct southern sun glare during the flight. This side is better for spotting marine life and the dramatic transition from Unalaska to Umnak Island across the pass.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 186 km (116 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: DUT (53.900100708, -166.54400634799998)
Arrival: IKO (52.94160079956055, -168.8489990234375)
Route Type: Domestic
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