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JSU → GOH
Which side of the plane to sit from Maniitsoq Airport (Maniitsoq) to Godthaab / Nuuk Airport (Godthaab)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides an unparalleled view of the Greenlandic wilderness, including jagged mountain ranges, deep fjords, and the iconic Sermitsiaq peak during the descent into Nuuk.
Maniitsoq Alps
Dramatic, glacier-carved peaks surrounding Maniitsoq that rise sharply from the sea.
Hamborger Sund
A stunningly narrow and deep waterway known for its steep granite walls.
Kangerlussuatsiaq Fjord
Also known as Eternity Fjord, offering views of massive glaciers flowing into the water.
Sermitsiaq Mountain
Nuuk's most famous landmark, a jagged mountain island that dominates the approach to the airport.
Nuuk Outskirts
Aerial views of the colorful capital city nestled between the mountains and the sea.
The flight is short, so stay alert immediately after takeoff. Morning flights provide the best lighting on the eastern mountains. Choose a window seat forward of the wing to avoid engine heat haze when photographing the fjords.
Davis Strait
The vast expanse of the North Atlantic where the cold Arctic waters meet the horizon.
Iceberg Alleys
Frequent sightings of large, drifting icebergs floating south from Baffin Bay.
Nordlandet Plateau
The desolate and beautiful wilderness area of Akia across from Nuuk, characterized by rocky tundra.
Whale Sightings
In summer months, keep a keen eye on the coastal waters for breaching whales.
The right side is ideal for late afternoon flights to catch the sunset over the Davis Strait. Polarized sunglasses are highly recommended to reduce the intense glare from the water and ice.
Distance: 148 km (92 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 15 min
Departure: JSU (65.4124984741, -52.9393997192)
Arrival: GOH (64.19090271, -51.678100585900005)
Route Type: Domestic
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