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Which side of the plane to sit from Kirkenes Airport (Høybuktmoen) (Kirkenes) to Alta Airport (Alta)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a superior vantage point of the rugged Barents Sea coastline and deep fjords, providing a more varied visual experience than the interior plateau.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Bøkfjorden

Spectacular views of the fjord and Kirkenes town immediately after takeoff.

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Varanger Peninsula

The harsh, treeless rocky landscapes along the northern coast of the Varangerfjord.

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Arctic Ocean Horizon

Glimpses of the Barents Sea stretching toward the North Pole.

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Porsanger Peninsula

Rugged coastal mountains and cliffs that drop steeply into the sea.

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Altafjord

A stunning panoramic view of the deep blue fjord surrounded by snow-capped peaks upon arrival.

The right side is ideal for coastal photography. Since these flights are often operated by Widerøe turboprops at lower altitudes, the detail of the coastline is exceptional. In summer, sit here to enjoy the midnight sun over the Barents Sea; in winter, this side offers the best chance to see the Aurora Borealis away from the aircraft's own cabin lights.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Tana River

The winding path of Norway's most famous salmon river carving through the tundra.

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Finnmarksvidda

The vast, rolling arctic plateau that dominates the interior of Northern Norway.

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Reindeer Grazing Grounds

Wide expanses of lichen-covered hills where reindeer herds are often visible in winter.

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Alta River Delta

The lush valley and river mouth as the flight begins its final descent into Alta.

Choose the left side for views of the interior wilderness. In the winter months, the low sun angles create long, dramatic shadows across the snow-covered plateau. It is also the best side for spotting the lights of inland settlements like Karasjok during night flights.

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Route Information

Distance: 251 km (156 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 25 min

Departure: KKN (69.725799560547, 29.891300201416)

Arrival: ALF (69.976097106934, 23.371700286865)

Route Type: Domestic

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