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HEL → ARN
Which side of the plane to sit from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki) to Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (Stockholm)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Helsinki skyline upon departure and more dramatic perspectives of the Stockholm archipelago and city during the approach.
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Helsinki Cityscape
Aerial view of the Finnish capital and the Suomenlinna sea fortress shortly after takeoff.
Archipelago Sea
A dense cluster of thousands of islands stretching from Turku across the Baltic Sea.
Åland Islands
Clear views of the autonomous region's southern islands and the sparkling sea.
Stockholm Outer Islands
The rugged beauty of the Swedish coastline as you begin the descent.
Baltic Sea Sunset
Dramatic colors reflecting on the water during evening westward flights.
Choose the left side for the best chance to see Stockholm's urban center and the iconic red cottages of the archipelago during the descent. Morning flights offer crisp lighting, while evening flights may have sun glare.
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Finnish Lake District Edge
Views of the vast boreal forests and the southern fringes of the lake region.
Northern Archipelago
Detailed views of the labyrinthine island passages used by the large ferries.
Mariehamn Overview
The capital of Åland is often visible as a narrow strip of land between two bays.
Roslagen Coast
The beautiful coastal area of Uppland with its red summer cottages and rocky shores.
Arlanda Approach
Dense Swedish forests and agricultural landscapes surrounding the airport.
The right side is ideal for photographers on afternoon flights to avoid direct sunlight. It provides a more continuous view of the dense island networks in the Turku and Åland regions.
Book Hotels in StockholmDistance: 399 km (248 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 40 min
Departure: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Arrival: ARN (59.65190124511699, 17.918600082397)
Route Type: International
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