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HEL → OUL
Which side of the plane to sit from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki) to Oulu Airport (Oulu)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers superior views of the Finnish coastline and the Gulf of Bothnia, including the UNESCO-listed Kvarken Archipelago and spectacular over-water sunsets.
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Helsinki & Espoo
Aerial view of the western capital region and the starting rocky coastline of the Baltic Sea.
Gulf of Bothnia
Continuous views of the sea, where you can often spot shipping vessels and seasonal ice patterns.
Kvarken Archipelago
A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring unique De Geer moraines formed by the last Ice Age.
Maritime Sunset
On evening flights, the sun sets directly over the water, creating a vibrant horizon.
Raahe Steelworks
The industrial glow and large-scale infrastructure of one of the Nordics' largest steel mills.
Sit on the left for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Baltic Sea. In winter, look for the 'ice road' patterns and frozen sea textures near the coastline. This side also provides a better view of the Liminka Bay bird sanctuary during the final descent into Oulu.
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Taiga Landscape
Endless expanses of Finnish boreal forest that define the country's interior geography.
Lake Päijänne
View of Finland's second-largest lake, providing the primary water source for the Helsinki region.
Central Finland Hubs
Glimpses of regional cities like Lahti and Jyväskylä nestled within the lake district.
Northern Lights
During winter night flights, this side faces north-east, offering chances to spot the Aurora Borealis.
Oulujoki River
The winding river valley leading into Oulu, featuring several prominent hydroelectric dams.
Choose the right side for night flights in winter to maximize your chances of seeing the Northern Lights away from the sunset's afterglow. This side is also best for seeing the dense 'Thousand Lakes' geography of central Finland during the mid-portion of the flight.
Book Hotels in OuluDistance: 513 km (319 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 51 min
Departure: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Arrival: OUL (64.930099487305, 25.354600906372)
Route Type: Domestic
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