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HFT → TOS
Which side of the plane to sit from Hammerfest Airport (Hammerfest) to Tromsø Airport, (Tromso)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to Norway's most dramatic alpine scenery, specifically the glacier-capped mountains of Seiland and the legendary Lyngen Alps.
Seiland National Park
Fly past two of the northernmost glaciers in Norway, Seilandsjøkelen and Nordmannsjøkelen, perched atop massive coastal mountains.
Kvænangen Fjords
Witness the intricate network of fjords where steep mountains plunge directly into the dark emerald waters.
The Lyngen Alps
The undisputed highlight of the route; these jagged, snow-capped peaks rise to 1,800 meters and are world-famous for backcountry skiing.
Tromsdalstinden
The iconic 1,238-meter peak that looms over Tromsø, serving as the city's most recognizable natural landmark.
Tromsø Island Approach
During the final descent, enjoy a panoramic view of the 'Paris of the North,' including the Arctic Cathedral and the Tromsø Bridge.
The right side is significantly more scenic for mountain lovers. For the best photography of the Lyngen Alps, book a morning flight to have the sun behind you. In winter, keep your eyes peeled for the moon reflecting off the glaciers and snow-covered peaks during the Polar Night.
Hammerfest & Melkøya
Immediately after takeoff, view the world's northernmost town and the glowing industrial lights of the Snøhvit LNG plant.
Sørøya Island
Vast views of Norway's fourth-largest island, known for its rugged outer coastline and steep cliffs dropping into the Arctic Ocean.
The Norwegian Sea
Expansive views of the deep blue Atlantic horizon, especially vibrant during the long hours of the Midnight Sun or Arctic Twilight.
Ringvassøya Peaks
As the plane descends toward Tromsø, the mountainous terrain of Ringvassøya provides a stark, rocky contrast to the sea.
Choose this side if you prefer views of the open ocean and the dramatic, windswept outer islands. On night flights in winter, this side offers an unobstructed view of the Northern Lights over the sea away from the aircraft's glare.
Distance: 210 km (130 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: HFT (70.67970275878899, 23.668600082397)
Arrival: TOS (69.68329620361328, 18.91889953613281)
Route Type: Domestic
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