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KEF → SEA
Which side of the plane to sit from Keflavik International Airport (Keflavik) to Seattle Tacoma International Airport (Seattle)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the Greenland ice sheet's interior, the high Arctic islands of Canada, and a stunning close-up of Mount Baker and the North Cascades during the descent into Seattle.
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Greenland Ice Sheet
The immense, blindingly white expanse of the world's second-largest body of ice.
Arctic Archipelago
Views of remote northern islands like Victoria Island and the frozen channels of the Northwest Passage.
Mount Baker
An iconic, glacier-covered stratovolcano that dominates the horizon about 20 minutes before landing.
North Cascades
The 'American Alps' featuring high concentration of glaciers and sharp, technical mountain ridges.
Seattle Skyline
Excellent views of downtown Seattle, the Space Needle, and Lake Washington depending on the landing runway.
The right side is generally the best for photography as it faces north, avoiding direct sun glare. Watch for the 'Big Ice' over Greenland roughly 90 minutes after takeoff. During the descent into Seattle, stay alert for Mount Baker; it often appears much closer and more imposing than expected. In winter, the low sun creates long, dramatic shadows over the Arctic terrain.
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Southern Greenland Fjords
Deep glacial valleys and rugged coastal inlets filled with floating icebergs along the southern tip.
Baffin Island
The dramatic granite cliffs and the massive Penny Ice Cap within Auyuittuq National Park.
Hudson Bay Shoreline
The vast, remote coastline where the boreal forest meets the subarctic waters.
Canadian Rockies
Stunning views of the jagged peaks and turquoise lakes of western Alberta and British Columbia.
Olympic Mountains
The snow-capped peaks of the Olympic Peninsula visible during the final approach to SEATAC.
Sit on the left if you prefer views of the Atlantic-Arctic transition and the southern edge of the Greenland ice cap. Note that since this route flies west, the left side faces south and will experience direct sunlight for most of the journey; keep your window shade partially closed to avoid glare and heat.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 5,811 km (3,611 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 hrs 50 min
Departure: KEF (63.985000610352, -22.605600357056)
Arrival: SEA (47.449001, -122.308998)
Route Type: International
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