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JOE → HEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Joensuu Airport (Joensuu) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the labyrinthine Saimaa lake system and the coastal approach into the capital region.
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Lake Pyhäselkä
The massive lake adjacent to Joensuu visible immediately after takeoff as the plane climbs to cruising altitude.
Saimaa Archipelago
Incredible views of thousands of glaciated islands and narrow channels that form Finland's largest lake system.
Savonlinna Region
The area around Savonlinna is often visible, showcasing the rugged intersection of water and historic settlement.
Porvoo Coastline
During the descent, the rugged granite islands of the Gulf of Finland come into view on the southern horizon.
Helsinki Metro East
Views of the Vuosaari harbor and the eastern suburbs as the aircraft aligns with the Vantaa runways.
Sit on the left for the morning flight to avoid the direct western sun glare in the afternoon. In winter, the frozen lakes create a stunning white mosaic. Look for the Olavinlinna castle mid-flight if the route passes slightly east of the typical path. During summer, the 'blue hour' provides magical lighting over the water.
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Taiga Forest Canopy
Endless stretches of dense pine and spruce forests that characterize the Finnish interior landscape.
Mikkeli City
The regional capital of Southern Savonia can be seen nestled among smaller lake clusters to the west.
Salpausselkä Ridge
A massive glacial moraine ridge that cuts through the landscape, acting as a natural dam for the lake district.
Lake Tuusulanjärvi
A long, narrow lake visible just north of the airport, famous for its historical artist villas along the shore.
Vantaa Landscape
A clear view of the suburban sprawl and green belts of Northern Vantaa during the final seconds of flight.
Choose the right side for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Finnish forests. Keep an eye out for the distinct linear patterns of the Salpausselkä ridges, which are best seen with low-angle sunlight. This side often provides a clearer view of the airport layout during a northern approach.
Book Hotels in HelsinkiDistance: 359 km (223 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: JOE (62.662899017334006, 29.607500076294)
Arrival: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Route Type: Domestic
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