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Which side of the plane to sit from Kirkwall Airport (Kirkwall) to Sanday Airport (Sanday)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers the best vantage point for spotting the historic Balfour Castle on Shapinsay and provides a panoramic view of the turquoise bays of Sanday during the low-altitude approach.
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Balfour Castle
The striking Victorian baronial castle on the southwest tip of Shapinsay, easily visible shortly after takeoff.
Stronsay Beaches
Wide, white sandy beaches and the 'Island of Bays' appearing clearly to the east.
Otters Wick
A massive, shallow bay on Sanday known for its crystal-clear turquoise waters and shipwrecks.
Low Approach
Excellent views of the sand dunes and Machair grasslands that define Sanday's unique low-lying landscape.
The right side is ideal for photographers. The flight is extremely short (often under 20 minutes) and stays at low altitude (around 1,000-2,000 feet), so have your camera ready immediately. The approach to Sanday from the south offers the best views of the island's famous white sand beaches and turquoise waters, which look tropical on sunny days.
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Gairsay Island
A small, uninhabited island known for its historical Norse associations and scenic coastal edges.
Eday Cliffs
Dramatic red sandstone cliffs and rugged moorland visible to the northwest as you cross the sound.
Linga Holm
An uninhabited islet often populated by grey seals, visible just off the coast of Stronsay.
Kettletoft Village
A glimpse of Sanday's main village and pier as the aircraft aligns for the final landing sequence.
Sit on the left if you enjoy watching the rugged terrain of Eday. This side is particularly good during the morning to avoid the direct glare of the sun. Keep a lookout for seal colonies on the small skerries and islets between the main islands, as the plane flies low enough to spot them.
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Get eSIMs for United KingdomDistance: 38 km (24 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 4 min
Departure: KOI (58.957801818847656, -2.9049999713897705)
Arrival: NDY (59.25030136108398, -2.576669931411743)
Route Type: Domestic
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