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Our Recommendation
9.2

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers a front-row seat to the most dramatic peaks of the Canadian Rockies and the massive glacial fields of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park.

Right Side Highlights
9.2
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Chicago Skyline

Enjoy a panoramic view of the Willis Tower and Lake Michigan immediately following takeoff from O'Hare.

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Canadian Rockies

Direct views of the stunning peaks around Banff and Jasper National Parks, including Mount Robson.

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Yukon Tundra

Witness the immense, desolate beauty of the Yukon's subarctic wilderness and frozen lake networks.

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Wrangell-St. Elias

Soar past the largest national park in the US, home to massive icefields and high-altitude glaciers.

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Chugach Range

Get a close-up look at the jagged, snow-covered mountains that border Anchorage to the east.

The right side is the premier choice for mountain enthusiasts. For the best lighting, book a morning flight to ensure the sun illuminates the mountain faces rather than creating glare. Keep your camera ready for the transition from the Yukon into Alaska, where the terrain becomes exceptionally rugged.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Mississippi River

Cross the winding banks of the United States' largest river system shortly after departure.

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The Badlands

View the striking erosional landscapes of the Dakotas and eastern Montana from above.

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Glacier National Park

Spot the sharp, glaciated peaks of northern Montana near the Canadian border.

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British Columbia Interior

Fly over the vast, dense evergreen forests and deep valleys of central BC.

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Prince William Sound

Catch glimpses of the dramatic coastline and deep blue fjords during the descent into Anchorage.

Choose the left side for spectacular sunset views over the Pacific horizon during evening flights. On the final approach to Anchorage, this side often provides views of the Turnagain Arm's unique tidal bores if the wind requires a southern pattern.

Top Activities in Anchorage
Route Information

Distance: 4,568 km (2,838 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 22 min

Departure: ORD (41.9786, -87.9048)

Arrival: ANC (61.17440032958984, -149.99600219726562)

Route Type: Domestic

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