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JJU → UAK
Which side of the plane to sit from Qaqortoq Heliport (Qaqortoq) to Narsarsuaq Airport (Narssarssuaq)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers unparalleled views of the historic Hvalsø Norse ruins and the dramatic, jagged mountain peaks that define the deep fjord systems leading toward the Greenland Ice Sheet.
Qaqortoq Panorama
A stunning aerial view of the colorful houses terraced on the hillsides surrounding the harbor immediately after takeoff.
Hvalsø Church Ruins
The best-preserved Norse ruins in Greenland, located on the northern shore of the fjord, visible shortly after departure.
Igaliku Fjord
Glacial-carved valleys and steep cliffs bordering the turquoise waters of the secondary fjord systems.
Inland Ice Sheet
In the distance, the massive white expanse of the Greenland Ice Sheet begins to dominate the horizon.
Sheep Farms
Small green patches of Norse-descendant sheep farms like Qassiarsuk nestled against the rugged mountains.
Sit on the left for the best chance to spot the Hvalsø ruins. This flight is extremely short (approx. 20 minutes), so keep your camera ready from the moment the rotors spin. Morning flights provide the best lighting for the northern fjord walls without the sun's glare.
Iceberg Graveyards
Massive icebergs frequently get trapped in the shallower waters at the mouth of the Tunulliarfik Fjord.
Labrador Sea
Vast views toward the open ocean and the rugged archipelago that protects the inner coastline.
Tunulliarfik Fjord
Panoramic views of the main waterway (Eiriksfjord) as the aircraft follows its path toward Narsarsuaq.
Low Altitude Vistas
Due to the short distance, the flight remains low, offering incredible detail of the granite geology and Arctic tundra.
Narsarsuaq Approach
Clear views of the historic WWII 'Bluie West One' airfield layout as you descend into the valley.
The right side is excellent for spotting large icebergs floating in the fjord. If flying in the late afternoon, the sun will be behind you, providing excellent saturation for photos of the blue water and white ice. Watch for small boats navigating the ice-choked waters below.
Distance: 59 km (37 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 min
Departure: JJU (60.7156841553, -46.0299186409)
Arrival: UAK (61.1604995728, -45.4259986877)
Route Type: Domestic
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