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Which side of the plane to sit from Paamiut Heliport (Paamiut) to Narsarsuaq Airport (Narssarssuaq)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides an incredible perspective of the Greenland Ice Sheet, numerous glacier tongues, and the breathtaking descent through the Tunulliarfik Fjord.

Left Side Highlights
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Greenland Ice Sheet

The vast, white expanse of the world's second-largest ice body is visible for much of the flight inland.

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Alpine Nunataks

Dramatic mountain peaks that pierce through the ice sheet, creating a stark contrast of rock and ice.

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Glacial Flows

Spectacular views of massive glaciers carving through the landscape as they move toward the sea.

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Tunulliarfik Fjord

During the approach to Narsarsuaq, see the deep turquoise waters of the fjord surrounded by green valleys.

Choose the left side for the most iconic Greenlandic scenery. Morning flights provide excellent side-lighting on the ice cap, emphasizing its texture. As you approach Narsarsuaq, keep your camera ready for the steep fjord walls and the sudden transition from ice to the green pastures of South Greenland.

Right Side Highlights
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Labrador Sea

The deep blue waters of the North Atlantic, often filled with scattered sea ice and bergs.

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Iceberg Alley

Spot giant, cathedral-like icebergs that have calved from northern glaciers drifting south.

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Coastal Archipelagos

Thousands of small, rugged islands and rocky skerries that form the intricate coastline.

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Arsuk Fjord View

Distant views of the dramatic coastal mountains and the historic cryolite mining areas near Ivittuut.

The right side is ideal for iceberg spotting and coastal geography. Polarized sunglasses are essential to cut through the glare reflected off the sea and white ice. This side is particularly scenic during late afternoon flights when the low sun reflects off the water and highlights the silhouettes of the offshore islands.

Top Activities in Narssarssuaq
Route Information

Distance: 242 km (150 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 24 min

Departure: JFR (61.9921989441, -49.6624984741)

Arrival: UAK (61.1604995728, -45.4259986877)

Route Type: Domestic

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