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HFT → MEH
Which side of the plane to sit from Hammerfest Airport (Hammerfest) to Mehamn Airport (Mehamn)?
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.
Barents Sea
Vast, unobstructed views of the Arctic Ocean extending toward the North Pole.
Cape Nordkinn
The dramatic northernmost tip of the European mainland, known as Kinnarodden.
Slettnes Lighthouse
The world's northernmost mainland lighthouse, standing guard over the treacherous Gamvik coast.
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.
Laksefjorden
Deep views into one of Finnmark's most significant and scenic fjord systems.
Arctic Tundra
The barren, moon-like landscape of the Nordkinn Peninsula where reindeer herds are often visible.
Remote Outposts
Aerial views of isolated fishing villages like Kjøllefjord nestled at the base of massive cliffs.
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.
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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