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KKA → SKK
Which side of the plane to sit from Koyuk Alfred Adams Airport (Koyuk) to Shaktoolik Airport (Shaktoolik)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most visually stimulating experience, providing a continuous view of the rugged Alaskan coastline, intricate river deltas, and the vast, untouched tundra as you traverse the edge of Norton Bay.
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Koyuk River Delta
Upon takeoff, witness the complex silty braids and sediment patterns where the Koyuk River meets the sea.
Arctic Tundra
Expansive views of the treeless, mossy landscape that characterizes this remote sub-arctic region.
Kwiniuk Mountains
Low-lying, rolling mountain ridges visible to the east that define the interior of the peninsula.
Shaktoolik River
A winding waterway that serves as a landmark for the final descent into the coastal village.
Morning flights are highly recommended for this side to catch the low-angle sun highlighting the textures of the tundra and riverbeds. Because this flight is exceptionally short (often under 20 minutes), ensure your camera is ready before the cabin door even closes.
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Norton Bay Ice
In winter, look for massive pressure ridges and lead lines in the frozen sea ice spanning the bay.
Bering Sea Horizon
A wide-angle perspective of the sub-arctic horizon where the bay meets the open sea.
Coastal Sandspits
Narrow, fragile strips of land that separate the calm bay waters from the more turbulent open sea.
Choose this side if you are flying during the winter months to observe the dramatic sea ice dynamics of Norton Bay. During summer, look for the silhouettes of local fishing vessels or the distant outline of the Seward Peninsula to the west.
Book Hotels in ShaktoolikDistance: 63 km (39 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 6 min
Departure: KKA (64.9394989014, -161.154006958)
Arrival: SKK (64.37110138, -161.223999)
Route Type: Domestic
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