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GST → JNU
Which side of the plane to sit from Gustavus Airport (Gustavus) to Juneau International Airport (Juneau)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior vantage point for the dramatic Chilkat Range and a spectacular close-up of the Mendenhall Glacier during the approach into Juneau.
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Chilkat Range
Towering, snow-covered peaks that provide a jagged skyline immediately after departure from Gustavus.
Mendenhall Glacier
The most iconic sight on the route, visible as a massive river of blue ice during the descent.
Lynn Canal
Stunning views of North America's deepest fjord stretching northward toward the Yukon border.
Juneau Icefield
The vast, high-altitude expanse of ice and nunataks that feeds the region's many glaciers.
For the best view of the Mendenhall Glacier, sit on the left side and look out just before landing. Morning flights offer the best lighting for photography as the sun hits the ice from the east. In winter, look for frozen waterfalls on the cliff faces.
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Icy Strait
A nutrient-rich waterway famous for humpback whale sightings, especially during summer months.
Admiralty Island
The 'Fortress of the Bears,' featuring dense old-growth forest and remote, rugged coastlines.
Point Retreat Lighthouse
A historic white lighthouse standing guard at the northern tip of Admiralty Island.
Douglas Island
The large, mountainous island that forms the western wall of the Gastineau Channel.
Scan the waters of Icy Strait for 'blows' from whales; they are often visible even from cruising altitude. The right side is excellent for seeing the remote wilderness of the Tongass National Forest. Polarized sunglasses will help cut the glare off the water to see marine life.
Book Hotels in JuneauDistance: 66 km (41 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 7 min
Departure: GST (58.42530060000001, -135.7070007)
Arrival: JNU (58.35499954223633, -134.57600402832028)
Route Type: Domestic
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