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EGX → AKN
Which side of the plane to sit from Egegik Airport (Egegik) to King Salmon Airport (King Salmon)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers dramatic views of the Aleutian Range and the massive Becharof Lake, providing a more rugged and diverse visual experience than the coastal side.
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Becharof Lake
Witness the immense scale of Alaska's second-largest lake, known for its deep blue waters and surrounding wilderness.
Aleutian Range
Marvel at the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Aleutian Range rising sharply from the coastal plain.
Mount Peulik
On clear days, the prominent stratovolcano Mount Peulik is visible to the southeast, often venting steam.
Taiga Transition
Watch the landscape shift from treeless coastal tundra to the sparse spruce forests and scrub near King Salmon.
The right side is premier for photographers; the afternoon light beautifully illuminates the Aleutian peaks. Look for brown bears along the shorelines of smaller lakes during late summer. Ensure your camera is ready early, as the flight duration is very short and the best mountain views appear shortly after takeoff from Egegik.
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Egegik River Estuary
Observe the complex silt patterns where the Egegik River empties into the vast Bristol Bay.
Bristol Bay Coastline
Follow the rugged, winding coastline of the Bering Sea, often dotted with fishing vessels during the salmon season.
Tundra Wetlands
View the intricate network of meltwater ponds and marshy patterns typical of the coastal Alaskan tundra.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. During the summer salmon runs (June-July), look for the concentrated commercial fishing fleet operating near the river mouth. The low-altitude nature of this regional flight provides excellent detail of the tidal flats and bird nesting sites.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 69 km (43 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 min
Departure: EGX (58.1855010986, -157.375)
Arrival: AKN (58.67679977, -156.6490021)
Route Type: Domestic
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