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Our Recommendation
8.5

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.

Right Side Highlights
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Säynätsalo Archipelago

Spot the unique island community of Säynätsalo, famous for its Alvar Aalto-designed town hall.

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Lake Päijänne Expanse

Enjoy an unobstructed view of Finland's second-largest lake, featuring crystal clear waters and thousands of small islands.

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Hämeenlinna Region

Mid-flight, you can often see the Kanta-Häme region with its mix of agricultural fields and historic castle sites.

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Nuuksio National Park

During the descent into Vantaa, the rugged lake-upland of Nuuksio is visible to the southwest of the flight path.

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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.

Left Side Highlights
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Jyväskylä Cityscape

Immediately after takeoff, view the urban center of Jyväskylä nestled between Lake Jyväsjärvi and Lake Päijänne.

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Leivonmäki National Park

Observe the dense pine forests and ridges of the national park, showcasing the quintessential Finnish taiga landscape.

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Heinola & Kymi River

Look for the town of Heinola and the beginning of the Kymi River, which drains the lake systems toward the sea.

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Historic Porvoo

On final approach, if coming from the east, the historic town of Porvoo and its coastal archipelago are visible.

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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.

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Route Information

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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