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ELI → OME
Which side of the plane to sit from Elim Airport (Elim) to Nome Airport (Nome)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning vantage point over the Norton Sound and the dramatic coastline of the Seward Peninsula leading into the final approach at Nome.
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Norton Sound Coastline
Sweeping views of the icy Bering Sea waters and the rugged southern edge of the Seward Peninsula.
Golovnin Bay
A large, scenic bay that separates the coastal cliffs from the inland tundra, often featuring ice floes in spring.
Cape Nome
A prominent rocky headland that serves as a landmark for the final descent into Nome Airport.
Bering Sea Ice
During winter and spring, observe the complex pressure ridges and leads in the frozen sea ice from above.
Choose the left side for the most dramatic transition between land and sea. In winter, the sea ice patterns are mesmerizing. For the best photography, afternoon flights provide the most favorable lighting over the Norton Sound coast. Look for the historic Iditarod trail markers near the shore during March.
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Kigluaik Mountains
Distant but majestic views of the sharp, snow-capped peaks that dominate the horizon to the north.
Fish River Delta
Intricate meandering river patterns and wetlands that provide a unique geometric perspective of the tundra.
Arctic Tundra
A vast expanse of treeless wilderness that shifts from vibrant greens in summer to brilliant reds and golds in late August.
Interior Uplands
Rolling hills and ancient geological formations that characterize the remote interior of the Seward Peninsula.
The right side is better for those interested in the vastness of the Alaskan interior. Keep an eye out for the Sawtooth Mountains on the horizon. Morning flights offer a soft glow that accentuates the textures of the tundra and river drainages.
Book Hotels in NomeDistance: 152 km (94 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 15 min
Departure: ELI (64.61470032, -162.2720032)
Arrival: OME (64.51219940185547, -165.44500732421875)
Route Type: Domestic
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