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Which side of the plane to sit from Oslo Lufthavn (Oslo) to Alta Airport (Alta)?

Our Recommendation
9.2

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides an unparalleled panorama of Norway's rugged western coastline, including the iconic Lofoten islands and the dramatic Lyngen Alps.

Left Side Highlights
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Helgeland Archipelago

Thousands of islands and the famous Seven Sisters mountain range visible as you head north.

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Lofoten Wall

A stunning view of the jagged mountain peaks rising directly out of the Norwegian Sea.

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Lyngen Alps

Spectacular glaciers and sharp alpine peaks located just north of Tromsø.

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Altafjord

Breathtaking views of the deep blue fjord during the final descent into Alta.

Choose a window seat on the left for sunset views over the Atlantic during autumn and spring flights. In winter, this side is ideal for spotting the Aurora Borealis over the open sea away from city lights. The most dramatic scenery appears approximately 60-80 minutes into the flight.

Right Side Highlights
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Østerdalen Valleys

Dense coniferous forests and winding river systems of interior Norway shortly after takeoff.

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Swedish Border Ranges

The remote wilderness and high plateaus of the Scandinavian Mountains along the border.

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Finnmarksvidda

The vast, treeless tundra plateau that characterizes the far north of Norway.

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Sarek National Park

Distant views of Sweden's most rugged and remote high-alpine wilderness.

The right side is excellent for observing the transition from lush forests to the barren Arctic tundra. It often provides a clearer view of the sunrise if you are on an early morning flight. During the approach to Alta, keep an eye out for the patterns of frozen lakes on the plateau.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,234 km (767 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 39 min

Departure: OSL (60.121, 11.0502)

Arrival: ALF (69.976097106934, 23.371700286865)

Route Type: Domestic

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