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OSL → LYR
Which side of the plane to sit from Oslo Lufthavn (Oslo) to Svalbard Airport, Longyear (Svalbard)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled perspective of the jagged western coastline of Spitsbergen, providing the most dramatic views of glaciers calving into the sea and the iconic sharp mountain peaks that gave the island its name.
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Jotunheimen Mountains
Distant views of Norway's highest peaks during the initial climb out of Oslo.
Norwegian Coastline
Stunning glimpses of the rugged Helgeland coast and the transition to the Norwegian Sea.
Bear Island
If the flight path is direct, look for the isolated cliffs of Bjørnøya appearing as a speck in the Barents Sea.
Hornsund
The first dramatic fjord of Svalbard, known for its sharp peaks and massive glaciers.
Isfjorden Approach
A spectacular final descent over the massive fjord system leading into Longyearbyen.
Sit on the left for the best views of the coastal glaciers during the final 20 minutes of the flight. During the midnight sun (late April to August), the left side is better for avoiding direct glare from the sun when flying north at midday. Keep an eye out for sea ice patterns in the Barents Sea during spring.
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Lake Mjøsa
Views of Norway's largest lake shortly after takeoff from Gardermoen.
Rondane National Park
The characteristic rounded massifs of Norway's oldest national park.
Sørkapp Land
The southernmost tip of the Svalbard archipelago, featuring vast ice fields.
Adventdalen
Dramatic views of the U-shaped valleys and plateau mountains unique to inland Svalbard.
Aurora Borealis
During the Polar Night (Nov-Jan), the right side provides a dark canvas for spotting the Northern Lights.
The right side is superior for viewing the inland plateau mountains of Svalbard during the descent. If you are flying during the winter months (October to March), sit on this side for the best chance of spotting the Aurora Borealis away from the setting sun's glow on the western horizon.
Book Hotels in SvalbardDistance: 2,022 km (1,256 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 42 min
Departure: OSL (60.121, 11.0502)
Arrival: LYR (78.246101379395, 15.465600013733)
Route Type: Domestic
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