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HNH → JNU
Which side of the plane to sit from Hoonah Airport (Hoonah) to Juneau International Airport (Juneau)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an exceptional panoramic view of the distant Fairweather Range and the iconic Mendenhall Glacier during the final approach into Juneau.
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Icy Strait Waters
Keep an eye on the water for humpback whales and orcas which are frequent in these nutrient-rich channels.
Fairweather Range
On clear days, the massive, snow-capped peaks of Glacier Bay National Park are visible on the northern horizon.
Mendenhall Glacier
As the plane banks for its final approach to JNU, you get a direct view of this famous glacier and its surrounding lake.
Auke Bay
View the bustling ferry terminal and the picturesque marina just minutes before touchdown.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the direct southern sun glare and to capture the best light on the Fairweather Range. This side is superior for seeing the glacier during the standard landing pattern. Keep your camera ready as soon as you cross the Lynn Canal.
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Admiralty Island
Fly over the northern tip of the 'Fortress of the Bears,' home to one of the highest densities of brown bears in the world.
Mansfield Peninsula
Rugged, densely forested ridges and remote alpine lakes characterize this northern section of Admiralty Island.
Shelter Island
A long, narrow forested island that sits at the confluence of several major waterways.
Gastineau Channel
Depending on the approach, you may see the narrow channel that leads toward downtown Juneau and Douglas Island.
The right side is ideal for spotting bald eagles perched in the treetops during the low-altitude departure from Hoonah. If the flight takes a more southerly route, you will have a better view of the rugged interior of Admiralty Island. Use polarized sunglasses to reduce water reflection when looking for marine life.
Book Hotels in JuneauDistance: 57 km (35 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 min
Departure: HNH (58.0961, -135.410111)
Arrival: JNU (58.35499954223633, -134.57600402832028)
Route Type: Domestic
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