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JYV → HEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Jyvaskyla Airport (Jyvaskyla) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of Lake Päijänne, Finland's deepest lake, and provides breathtaking views of the sunset over the vast lakeland during evening flights.
Säynätsalo Archipelago
Spot the unique island community of Säynätsalo, famous for its Alvar Aalto-designed town hall.
Lake Päijänne Expanse
Enjoy an unobstructed view of Finland's second-largest lake, featuring crystal clear waters and thousands of small islands.
Hämeenlinna Region
Mid-flight, you can often see the Kanta-Häme region with its mix of agricultural fields and historic castle sites.
Nuuksio National Park
During the descent into Vantaa, the rugged lake-upland of Nuuksio is visible to the southwest of the flight path.
Helsinki Metropolitan Area
A sweeping view of the Vantaa and Espoo suburbs as the plane lines up with the runway at HEL.
Sit on the right for evening flights to experience the 'Golden Hour' over the Finnish lakes. This side provides the most consistent views of the water as the flight path typically tracks slightly east of the main lake bodies. Watch for the Pulkkilanharju ridge crossing the water—a spectacular narrow land bridge.
Jyväskylä Cityscape
Immediately after takeoff, view the urban center of Jyväskylä nestled between Lake Jyväsjärvi and Lake Päijänne.
Leivonmäki National Park
Observe the dense pine forests and ridges of the national park, showcasing the quintessential Finnish taiga landscape.
Heinola & Kymi River
Look for the town of Heinola and the beginning of the Kymi River, which drains the lake systems toward the sea.
Historic Porvoo
On final approach, if coming from the east, the historic town of Porvoo and its coastal archipelago are visible.
Gulf of Finland
Catch a glimpse of the Baltic Sea horizon as the aircraft descends towards the southern coastline.
The left side is ideal for morning flights to avoid the glare of the sun. It provides a clearer view of the Sipoonkorpi National Park during the descent. If the wind requires a landing from the west, this side offers the best view of the Helsinki-Vantaa airport terminals upon arrival.
Distance: 235 km (146 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 24 min
Departure: JYV (62.399501800537, 25.678300857544)
Arrival: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Route Type: Domestic
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