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HEL → JYV
Which side of the plane to sit from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki) to Jyvaskyla Airport (Jyvaskyla)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the massive Lake Päijänne and the iconic Salpausselkä ridge system, offering a classic 'Land of a Thousand Lakes' panorama.
Vantaa Forest Belt
Dense boreal forests immediately north of the capital, showcasing Finland's vast green cover.
Salpausselkä Ridge
The terminal moraine formation visible near Lahti, slicing through the landscape.
Lake Päijänne
Stunning longitudinal views of Finland's second-largest lake, stretching north toward Jyväskylä.
Jyväskylä Cityscape
During the final descent, the city center and the Lutakko harbor area are often visible.
Päijänne National Park
Fragmented islands and clear blue waters within the southern reaches of the lake system.
Sit on the left (seats A/A-equivalent) for the most dramatic views of the lake systems. During mid-winter, the low-angled sun from the south-west creates long, dramatic shadows over the snow-covered forests. Aim for an evening flight in summer to witness the 'Midnight Sun' glow reflecting off the water surfaces.
Lake Vesijärvi
Views of the lake bordering Lahti, often shimmering in the morning light.
Central Finland Uplands
Rolling hills and a dense quilt of managed timber forests stretching toward the east.
Muurame Village
The picturesque village and its church visible just south of the destination.
Agricultural Patches
Scattered yellow and green fields that contrast sharply with the surrounding dark pine forests.
Choose the right side to avoid direct sun glare during late afternoon flights heading north. It is an excellent choice for spotting the intricate network of forest roads and small inland villages. Keep an eye out for the Tikkakoski airbase hangars just before touchdown.
Distance: 235 km (146 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 24 min
Departure: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Arrival: JYV (62.399501800537, 25.678300857544)
Route Type: Domestic
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