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GEV → LLA
Which side of the plane to sit from Gällivare Airport (Gallivare) to Luleå Airport (Lulea)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the powerful Lule River valley, featuring Sweden's most impressive hydroelectric engineering and distant views of the high peaks of Sarek National Park.
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Scandinavian Mountains
On clear days, the distant, snow-capped peaks of Sarek and Stora Sjöfallet are visible to the far west.
Harsprånget Dam
Sweden's largest hydroelectric power station, a massive industrial feat visible shortly after departing Gällivare.
Lule River Valley
The plane follows this mighty river, showing the dramatic scale of the water flow through the Swedish north.
Porjus Infrastructure
A historic power station and dam site that served as a pioneer for the region's industrialization.
Luleå Archipelago
As the flight concludes, watch for the transition from river to the thousands of islands in the Gulf of Bothnia.
This is the 'industrial' side of the flight. Watch out the window immediately after takeoff to catch the hydroelectric dams. During mid-winter afternoon flights, this side catches the lingering 'blue hour' glow over the distant mountains. Afternoon sun can be strong here, so bring sunglasses.
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Boreal Wilderness
Infinite stretches of ancient taiga forest and wetlands characteristic of the Norrbotten interior.
Muddus National Park
Look east to spot the edge of this UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its deep ravines and old-growth trees.
Boden Fortress
A historic military complex consisting of five major forts dug into the granite hills surrounding Boden.
Stora Lulevatten
Expansive views of the long, narrow lake system that feeds the river during the initial cruise phase.
Sit here for softer lighting during morning departures. In the winter months, keep an eye out for the distinct tracks of reindeer migrations through the snow. As you descend, the left side provides a great view of the inland plains before reaching the coast.
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Get eSIMs for SwedenDistance: 186 km (116 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: GEV (67.13240051269531, 20.814599990844727)
Arrival: LLA (65.543800354004, 22.121999740601)
Route Type: Domestic
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