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KSU → SVG
Which side of the plane to sit from Kristiansund Airport (Kvernberget) (Kristiansund) to Stavanger Airport Sola (Stavanger)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled view of Norway's iconic inland geography, featuring the jagged Sunnmøre Alps, the massive Sognefjord, and the glistening Folgefonna glacier.
Sunnmøre Alps
Dramatic, pointed peaks rising directly from the sea level to over 1,500 meters.
Sognefjorden
A crossing over the 'King of the Fjords', the longest and deepest fjord in Norway.
Folgefonna Glacier
The third-largest glacier in mainland Norway, visible as a vast plateau of blue ice.
Hardangerfjord
Views of the lush hillsides famous for apple orchards and steep waterfall-laden cliffs.
Ryfylke Highlands
The rugged granite landscape surrounding the Lysefjord area as you descend into Stavanger.
Sit on the left for the best mountain views. In winter, the low sun creates long shadows across the peaks, enhancing the textures. Morning flights are ideal as the sun illuminates the mountains from the east, making the glaciers sparkle. Watch for the transition from the sharp peaks of the north to the more rounded, ancient plateaus further south.
Ålesund
The Art Nouveau city spread across several islands, easily spotted shortly after takeoff.
Coastal Skerries
A complex labyrinth of thousands of small islands and rocky outcrops along the North Sea.
Bergen Cityscape
The 'Gateway to the Fjords' is often visible, including the historic Bryggen wharf area.
Stord and Bridges
The impressive infrastructure connecting the islands of Sunnhordland via bridges and ferries.
North Sea Horizon
On clear days, you may spot supply ships and the distant silhouette of offshore platforms.
The right side is perfect for sunset flights, as the sun dips into the North Sea, painting the archipelago in orange hues. It offers a better sense of Norway's maritime culture, with constant views of the shipping lanes. During the descent into Stavanger, you will see the extensive wind farms and the flat, agricultural landscape of Jæren to the west.
Distance: 485 km (301 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 49 min
Departure: KSU (63.111801147461, 7.824520111084)
Arrival: SVG (58.876701354, 5.637780189500001)
Route Type: Domestic
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