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KEM โ HEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Kemi-Tornio Airport (Kemi) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side of the aircraft offers a front-row seat to the dramatic transition from the subarctic northern coastline to the intricate archipelagos of the Gulf of Bothnia.
Bothnian Bay Coast
Follow the rugged coastline where the land is still rising out of the sea due to post-glacial rebound.
The Quark Archipelago
The UNESCO World Heritage site of Merenkurkku, featuring unique De Geer moraines and shallow waters.
Port of Vaasa
A clear view of the historic coastal city of Vaasa and its busy shipping lanes connecting to Sweden.
Yyteri Sands
Near Pori, look for the long, golden sandy beaches which are some of the largest in the Nordic region.
Baltic Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the open sea and, on clear days, the distant silhouette of the ร land Islands.
Opt for the right side for afternoon or evening flights to catch stunning sunsets over the Gulf of Bothnia. This side is superior for geographic variety, showcasing the contrast between the sea and the land. Bring a camera with a zoom lens to capture the intricate patterns of the Kvarken Archipelago.
Oulu Urban View
Shortly after takeoff, view the largest city in Northern Finland situated at the mouth of the Oulujoki river.
Endless Taiga Forest
Vast stretches of deep green boreal forests that dominate the interior of the Ostrobothnia and Pirkanmaa regions.
Finnish Lake District
As the flight progresses south, the landscape becomes a mosaic of thousands of small, interconnected glacial lakes.
Lahti and Salpausselkรค
Spot the iconic ski jumping towers of Lahti and the prominent terminal moraine ridge system.
Greater Helsinki Suburbs
A dense network of suburban residential areas and highways signaling the approach to the capital.
Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the soft morning light over the inland lakes. During winter, this side offers the best chance to spot the moon rising over the snowy Finnish wilderness. It is also the side that usually faces the city of Vantaa during the final descent into HEL.
Distance: 608 km (378 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 1 min
Departure: KEM (65.778701782227, 24.582099914551)
Arrival: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Route Type: Domestic
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