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Our Recommendation
9.4

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers unparalleled views of the vast Greenland Ice Sheet and the dramatic, jagged fjords of the eastern coast before crossing the Atlantic toward Iceland.

Left Side Highlights
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Sermitsiaq Mountain

The iconic landmark mountain of Nuuk, visible immediately after takeoff with its sharp, triple-peaked summit.

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Greenland Ice Sheet

An endless white horizon of the world's second-largest ice body, stretching as far north as the eye can see.

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East Greenland Fjords

Dramatic glacial outlets and steep granite cliffs as the flight leaves the Greenlandic mainland.

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Iceberg Alleys

Frequent sightings of large icebergs calving off the eastern glaciers and drifting into the Irminger Sea.

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Reykjanes Peninsula

Dramatic volcanic landscapes and ancient lava fields as the aircraft descends into Keflavik.

Sit on the left for the most consistent views of the Greenlandic interior. If flying during the winter or autumn, the left side faces north, providing the best opportunity to spot the Northern Lights over the Atlantic. Afternoon flights offer the best lighting on the ice caps without direct sun glare.

Right Side Highlights
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Nuuk Coastline

A final look at the colorful houses of Greenland's capital nestled against the rocky coastline.

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Cape Farewell Region

The southern tip of Greenland, where the rugged mountains meet the convergence of the Atlantic and Arctic waters.

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Irminger Sea

The deep blue expanse of the North Atlantic, often featuring dramatic cloud formations and occasionally whales.

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Blue Lagoon Area

On the final approach to KEF, look for the steam rising from the Svartsengi geothermal plant near the Blue Lagoon.

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Mid-Atlantic Ridge

Fly over the tectonic boundary where the North American and Eurasian plates are pulling apart.

Choose the right side if you prefer views of the southern coastline and the dramatic arrival into Iceland. This side typically gets more direct sunlight, which is excellent for photography but may require a window shade during peak midday hours. On arrival, it offers a great perspective of the Icelandic surf crashing against volcanic cliffs.

Top Activities in Keflavik
Route Information

Distance: 1,401 km (871 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 52 min

Departure: GOH (64.19090271, -51.678100585900005)

Arrival: KEF (63.985000610352, -22.605600357056)

Route Type: International

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