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Which side of the plane to sit from Oulu Airport (Oulu) to Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (Stockholm)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side provides a front-row seat to the High Coast (Höga Kusten) in Sweden, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring the world's highest isostatic rebound, resulting in dramatic cliffs and steep hills rising from the sea.

Right Side Highlights
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Bothnian Bay Ice

In winter, see spectacular patterns of pack ice and tracks cut by heavy icebreakers.

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The High Coast

Dramatic granite cliffs and deep inlets where the Swedish land rises significantly from the Baltic.

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Sundsvall

The coastal city known as the 'Stone City' and the impressive Sundsvall Bridge spanning the bay.

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Gävle Bay

A complex system of small islands and coastal waterways near the city of Gävle.

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Mälaren Valley

Lush Swedish countryside and proximity to Lake Mälaren as you approach Arlanda from the north.

The right side is the 'sunset side' for evening flights, offering golden hour views over the Swedish mountains in the distance. During mid-winter, this side is best for spotting icebreakers at work. Sit here to avoid direct sun glare during early morning flights from Oulu to Stockholm.

Left Side Highlights
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Oulujoki Delta

Aerial view of Oulu city and the winding river delta as the aircraft climbs south.

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Hailuoto Island

Finland's third largest island, known for its unique sandy terrain and traditional lighthouse.

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Kvarken Archipelago

UNESCO-protected moraine ridges formed by the melting of the continental ice sheet.

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Vaasa & Mustasaari

The coastal urban centers and the Replot Bridge, Finland's longest bridge, visible from high altitude.

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Uppland Coastline

The dense forests and scattered coastal villages of eastern Sweden during the descent.

Choose the left side for morning flights to enjoy the sunrise over the Finnish mainland. It is particularly striking in winter when the low sun casts long shadows over the frozen Gulf. Keep an eye out for the rhythmic 'De Geer' moraines near the Kvarken area, which look like washboards from above.

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Route Information

Distance: 701 km (436 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 10 min

Departure: OUL (64.930099487305, 25.354600906372)

Arrival: ARN (59.65190124511699, 17.918600082397)

Route Type: International

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