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LLA → PJA
Which side of the plane to sit from Luleå Airport (Lulea) to Pajala Airport (Pajala)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides superior views of the Luleå industrial harbor upon takeoff and the meandering Kalix River as you fly north toward the Arctic Circle.
Luleå Urban Area
Aerial view of the city center, the historic Gammelstad Church Town, and the massive steel production facilities by the coast.
Kalix River
The flight path runs parallel to this unregulated national river, offering views of its winding curves and seasonal ice formations.
Swedish Taiga
Endless expanses of boreal forest dotted with thousands of small, dark lakes and managed timberlands.
Inland Horizon
On exceptionally clear days, the distant silhouette of the Scandinavian mountain range can be seen far to the west.
Sit on the left for the best chance to witness the Aurora Borealis during winter evening flights, as this side faces the darker northern and western sky. During late spring, the 'Midnight Sun' effect keeps this side illuminated with a golden glow late into the night.
Bothnian Archipelago
A stunning view of the brackish water islands scattered along the northern coast of the Gulf of Bothnia during departure.
Torne Valley
The historic Tornedalen region, characterized by its unique cultural landscape and the wide riverbed shared with Finland.
Finnish Borderline
Glance east to see the border region where Sweden meets Finland, marked by the powerful flow of the Torne River.
Pajala Wetlands
As you descend into Pajala, the right side offers views of the vast marshes and peatlands typical of the subarctic environment.
The right side is ideal for morning flights to catch the sunrise over the Finnish border. As you approach Pajala Airport, look for the 'Kengis Bruk' area, a historic ironworks site located near the confluence of the Torne and Lainio rivers.
Distance: 194 km (121 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: LLA (65.543800354004, 22.121999740601)
Arrival: PJA (67.24559783935547, 23.06889915466309)
Route Type: Domestic
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