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Which side of the plane to sit from Golovin Airport (Golovin) to Nome Airport (Nome)?

Our Recommendation
8.4

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a stunning vantage point over the rugged Bering Sea coastline and the dramatic Norton Sound, featuring expansive lagoons and shifting sea ice.

Left Side Highlights
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Golovnin Bay

Immediate views of the deep blue bay and the spit where Golovin sits shortly after departure.

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Norton Sound

The vast, wild expanse of the northern Bering Sea stretching out toward the southern horizon.

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Rocky Point

A sharp geographic feature where the coastal cliffs meet the sea, visible midway through the flight.

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Safety Lagoon

A massive, shallow coastal lagoon separated from the ocean by a narrow, iconic sandspit.

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Bering Sea Ice

From November to May, witness incredible patterns of pack ice and pressure ridges on the water.

For the best experience, choose a window seat on the left to watch the coastline transition into the Nome area. In the afternoon, the sun illuminates the water and ice beautifully. Keep an eye out for the Council Highway, the lonely road that parallels the coast toward Nome.

Right Side Highlights
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Fish River Delta

An intricate maze of winding river channels and marshlands just north of the departure point.

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Kigluaik Mountains

Distant but sharp alpine peaks that dominate the northern horizon of the Seward Peninsula.

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Arctic Tundra

Vast, treeless plains that change colors dramatically from vibrant green in summer to deep gold in autumn.

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Mount Osborn

The highest peak in the region, standing as a prominent landmark to the northwest as you approach Nome.

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Permafrost Lakes

Numerous small 'kettle' lakes dotting the landscape, reflecting the sky like scattered glass.

The right side is ideal for travelers interested in the vastness of the Alaskan interior. Look for the Bendeleben Mountains in the far distance. During summer, the low sun angle can create long shadows across the tundra, highlighting the unique geological folds of the Seward Peninsula.

Top Activities in Nome
Route Information

Distance: 117 km (73 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 12 min

Departure: GLV (64.5504989624, -163.007003784)

Arrival: OME (64.51219940185547, -165.44500732421875)

Route Type: Domestic

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