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KKN → LKL
Which side of the plane to sit from Kirkenes Airport (Høybuktmoen) (Kirkenes) to Banak Airport (Lakselv)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular aerial views of the Barents Sea coastline, the expansive Varangerfjord, and the dramatic approach into the deep Porsangerfjord.
Varangerfjord
Aerial perspective of Norway's easternmost fjord, known for its unique birdlife and deep, dark blue waters.
Coastal Settlements
Bird's-eye view of remote fishing villages and the town of Vadsø clinging to the rugged northern shoreline.
Porsanger Peninsula
The dramatic, jagged coastline where the Barents Sea meets the towering cliffs of the Finnmark coast.
Porsangerfjord Entrance
A stunning view of one of Norway's longest fjords as the aircraft turns south for its final descent into Lakselv.
Sit on the right side for the best maritime views. During mid-day flights, the sun is behind you, providing perfect lighting for photography of the turquoise coastal shallows. The descent into Lakselv is particularly scenic on this side as the plane follows the coastline of the Porsangerfjord.
Pasvik Valley Border
Initial views of the dense pine forests bordering Russia and the winding Pasvik River shortly after takeoff.
Finnmarksvidda Plateau
The vast, snow-covered mountain plateau that characterizes the interior of Northern Norway, featuring endless tundra.
Stabbursdalen National Park
Visible during the final approach, this area contains the world's northernmost pine forest and rugged river canyons.
Choose the left side for better views of the 'Blue Hour' lighting over the tundra during the polar night (December-January). It is also superior for spotting reindeer migration paths across the plateau in late spring. Watch for the stark contrast between the mountain peaks and the frozen lakes.
Distance: 192 km (119 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: KKN (69.725799560547, 29.891300201416)
Arrival: LKL (70.068801879883, 24.973499298096)
Route Type: Domestic
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