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Which side of the plane to sit from Hammerfest Airport (Hammerfest) to Mehamn Airport (Mehamn)?

Our Recommendation
8.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers unparalleled views of the rugged Barents Sea coastline, including steep cliffs plunging into the Arctic Ocean and the iconic Kinnarodden, mainland Europe's true northernmost point.

Left Side Highlights
8.8
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Barents Sea

Vast, unobstructed views of the Arctic Ocean extending toward the North Pole.

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Cape Nordkinn

The dramatic northernmost tip of the European mainland, known as Kinnarodden.

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Slettnes Lighthouse

The world's northernmost mainland lighthouse, standing guard over the treacherous Gamvik coast.

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Coastal Shipping

Frequent sightings of the Hurtigruten or Havila coastal steamers navigating the northern route.

Choose the left side for the best chance to see the Midnight Sun during summer months. Since this is a very short flight (approx. 20-30 minutes) on a Dash 8 aircraft, keep your camera ready from the moment of take-off as the altitude remains low, offering intimate views of the coastline.

Right Side Highlights
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Laksefjorden

Deep views into one of Finnmark's most significant and scenic fjord systems.

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Arctic Tundra

The barren, moon-like landscape of the Nordkinn Peninsula where reindeer herds are often visible.

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Remote Outposts

Aerial views of isolated fishing villages like Kjøllefjord nestled at the base of massive cliffs.

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Foldalbruket

Historic fish processing sites visible along the shoreline of the inner fjords.

The right side is superior for observing the stark, rocky interior of the peninsula and the intricate patterns of the frozen tundra in winter. During the polar night (December-January), this side may offer better views of the faint twilight glow over the southern horizon.

Top Activities in Mehamn
Route Information

Distance: 157 km (98 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 16 min

Departure: HFT (70.67970275878899, 23.668600082397)

Arrival: MEH (71.02970123291, 27.826700210571)

Route Type: Domestic

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