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JAV → JEG
Which side of the plane to sit from Ilulissat Airport (Ilulissat) to Aasiaat Airport (Aasiaat)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of the Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the massive icebergs that gather at its mouth immediately after takeoff.
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Ilulissat Icefjord
The mouth of the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier, where massive icebergs become grounded on a shallow underwater moraine.
Ilulissat Townscape
A bird's-eye view of the colorful Greenlandic houses of Ilulissat contrasting against the rugged dark rock.
Iceberg Alley
Dense clusters of towering icebergs drifting south through the eastern part of Disko Bay.
Aasiaat Archipelago
The intricate network of thousands of small, low-lying rocky islands that surround the town of Aasiaat.
Sit on the left for the most dramatic views of the grounded icebergs right after departure from Ilulissat. During the midnight sun (May-July), the ice takes on a golden hue, making late-night flights particularly spectacular for photography. Use a high shutter speed to capture the textures of the ice from the low-flying Dash 8 aircraft.
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Disko Island
The distinctive flat-topped basalt mountains of Qeqertarsuaq visible across the bay.
Disko Bay
The vast expanse of deep blue Arctic water dotted with lone, drifting icebergs.
Whale Watching
During summer months, keep a close watch on the water surface for the spouts of Humpback or Minke whales.
The right side provides a wider perspective of Disko Bay and the geological contrast of Disko Island's volcanic peaks. It is often less crowded for window views. If flying during midday, this side typically avoids the direct glare of the sun reflected off the ice and water, which is better for spotting marine life.
Book Hotels in AasiaatDistance: 90 km (56 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 min
Departure: JAV (69.2432022095, -51.0570983887)
Arrival: JEG (68.7218017578, -52.7846984863)
Route Type: Domestic
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