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JSU → SFJ
Which side of the plane to sit from Maniitsoq Airport (Maniitsoq) to Kangerlussuaq Airport (Sondrestrom)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers unparalleled views of the Sukkertoppen Ice Cap and the majestic Evighedsfjorden, providing a dramatic display of Greenland's alpine glaciers and deep inland valleys.
Sukkertoppen Ice Cap
A massive alpine ice field featuring jagged peaks and spectacular hanging glaciers shortly after takeoff.
Evighedsfjorden
The 'Fjord of Eternity,' famous for its sheer cliffs and the multiple glaciers that flow directly into the sea.
Greenland Ice Sheet
The immense, horizon-to-horizon white expanse of the world's second-largest ice body appearing as you turn inland.
Watson River
A silt-laden, braided glacial river system that carves through the landscape toward Kangerlussuaq.
Russell Glacier
As the flight nears SFJ, the massive wall of ice marking the edge of the Inland Ice becomes visible.
The right side is the priority for photography enthusiasts. Be ready immediately after takeoff for the ice cap views. Morning flights provide the best direct lighting on the glaciers and fjord walls. Keep an eye out for the transition from the high-alpine coastal mountains to the flatter, ice-dominated interior.
Maniitsoq Archipelago
A complex network of rocky islands and deep channels surrounding the 'Venice of Greenland' during takeoff.
Davis Strait
Expansive views of the arctic ocean where large icebergs often drift south from Baffin Bay.
Kangaamiut Settlement
A remote and colorful coastal village perched precariously on a rocky outcrop at the mouth of the fjord.
Kangerlussuaq Tundra
The vast, treeless wilderness of the interior, often populated by muskoxen and reindeer.
SFJ Approach
The unique descent into the long fjord valley, showcasing a dry, desert-like arctic landscape.
Choose the left side for evening flights to experience the midnight sun or golden hour reflections over the Davis Strait. It is also excellent for spotting icebergs floating near the coast during the summer months.
Distance: 204 km (127 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 20 min
Departure: JSU (65.4124984741, -52.9393997192)
Arrival: SFJ (67.0122218992, -50.7116031647)
Route Type: Domestic
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