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Our Recommendation
9.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior view of the dramatic Greenlandic coastline and the expansive Arctic islands, with the added benefit of indirect sunlight which is ideal for photography without harsh glare.

Right Side Highlights
9.2
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Snæfellsjökull Glacier

Early in the flight, catch a glimpse of the iconic glacier-capped volcano in West Iceland.

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East Greenland Peaks

Towering mountains and massive glaciers spilling into the sea on Greenland's east coast.

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Greenland Ice Sheet

An endless, mesmerizing white landscape of the world's second-largest body of ice.

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Foxe Basin

Views of the remote and sparsely populated islands of the Canadian Arctic Archipelago.

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Northern Alberta Lakes

The transition from the rocky Canadian Shield to the forested lake regions of Alberta.

The right side provides the best lighting as the sun remains to the south. In winter months, this side offers a higher chance of seeing the Aurora Borealis during the night portions of the flight. Watch closely for the Greenland landfall about 90 minutes after takeoff.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Reykjanes Coastline

Striking views of Iceland's volcanic coastline and the North Atlantic shortly after takeoff.

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Southern Greenland

Panoramic views of the massive ice sheet and the deep fjords of the southern coast.

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Davis Strait Icebergs

Depending on the season, look for large icebergs drifting south from the Arctic.

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Baffin Island Peaks

The rugged, jagged mountain ranges of eastern Baffin Island as you enter Canadian airspace.

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Hudson Bay

The immense expanse of Hudson Bay, which may be frozen or filled with ice floes.

This side faces south, meaning you will experience significant sun glare for most of the westward journey. Use a polarizer for photos and expect the southern Greenland glaciers to be the highlight roughly 2 hours into the flight.

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Route Information

Distance: 4,922 km (3,058 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 47 min

Departure: KEF (63.985000610352, -22.605600357056)

Arrival: YEG (53.3097000122, -113.580001831)

Route Type: International

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