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JNU → HNS
Which side of the plane to sit from Juneau International Airport (Juneau) to Haines Airport (Haines)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an incredible, close-up perspective of the massive Davidson Glacier and the hanging Rainbow Glacier as you approach Haines, providing classic Alaskan ice-field views.
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Chilkat Range
Dramatic, jagged peaks that run parallel to the flight path, often covered in deep snow year-round.
Davidson Glacier
A stunning fan-shaped glacier that reaches toward the water; it is the most prominent landmark on this side.
Rainbow Glacier
A high hanging glacier with visible ice falls that appears just before the descent into Haines Airport.
Lynn Canal
The deepest fjord in North America, offering views of deep blue water and frequent whale sightings from above.
Sit in the front or rear of the small aircraft to avoid the wing. The afternoon sun hits the Davidson Glacier directly, making it the best time for photography. Keep your camera ready as soon as you clear the Juneau area, as the flight duration is very short (approx. 20-30 minutes).
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Mendenhall Glacier
A distant but impressive view of the famous glacier and its surrounding ice field immediately after takeoff from JNU.
Eldred Rock Lighthouse
The oldest original lighthouse in Alaska, a picturesque octagonal structure sitting on a tiny island in the fjord.
Berners Bay
A remote estuary and wilderness area where you can spot seals on ice floes or eagles near the shoreline.
Lion's Head Mountain
A distinct geological formation that resembles a reclining lion, located near the entrance to Berners Bay.
Look down about 15 minutes into the flight to spot the tiny Eldred Rock Lighthouse in the middle of the canal. Morning flights provide softer light for the Mendenhall Glacier views. This side is excellent for spotting marine life along the coastline during the spring herring spawn.
Book Hotels in HainesDistance: 113 km (70 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 11 min
Departure: JNU (58.35499954223633, -134.57600402832028)
Arrival: HNS (59.24380111694336, -135.52400207519528)
Route Type: Domestic
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