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JNU → SGY
Which side of the plane to sit from Juneau International Airport (Juneau) to Skagway Airport (Skagway)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers front-row seats to some of Alaska's most iconic glaciers, including the massive Davidson and the unique Rainbow hanging glacier, set against the jagged Chilkat Range.
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Chilkat Range
Jagged, snow-capped peaks that dominate the western horizon throughout the flight.
Davidson Glacier
A massive glacier that fans out into a wide silt-colored outwash plain near the water's edge.
Rainbow Glacier
A spectacular hanging glacier perched high on the mountainside, resembling a frozen waterfall.
Endicott River Wilderness
Aerial views of the pristine wilderness and river valleys flowing into the Lynn Canal.
Lynn Canal West
Expansive views of the deepest fjord in North America with potential sightings of humpback whales.
Book a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the glaciers on the Chilkat Range without glare. These flights are typically at low altitudes, so keep your camera ready immediately after takeoff as the views start instantly.
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Herbert & Eagle Glaciers
Stunning views of these retreating river-like glaciers shortly after departure from Juneau.
Berners Bay
A protected marine area often filled with activity and lush coastal greenery.
Eldred Rock Lighthouse
The iconic octagonal lighthouse sitting on a small island in the middle of the canal.
Coast Mountains
The massive granite walls of the boundary range separating Alaska from British Columbia.
Skagway Harbor
A bird's-eye view of the historic town and the White Pass & Yukon Route railway during the approach.
Sit on the right for the best view of Eldred Rock Lighthouse, a historic landmark in the middle of the water. This side also provides a better view of the Skagway cruise docks and the famous narrow-gauge railway during the final descent into the valley.
Book Hotels in SkagwayDistance: 130 km (81 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 13 min
Departure: JNU (58.35499954223633, -134.57600402832028)
Arrival: SGY (59.46009826660156, -135.31599426269528)
Route Type: Domestic
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