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RVN → HEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Rovaniemi Airport (Rovaniemi) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most iconic Finnish views, featuring the expansive Lakeland region, including Lake Oulujärvi and Lake Päijänne, which are particularly stunning when the sun reflects off the water during the long summer days.
Kemijoki River
Watch Finland's longest river wind its way through the Lapland wilderness immediately after takeoff from Rovaniemi.
Lake Oulujärvi
Known as the 'Sea of Kainuu', this massive body of water features unique sandy ridges and vast open horizons.
Taiga Forests
Endless stretches of deep green boreal forest that define the Finnish interior landscape between the northern and central regions.
Lake Päijänne
The second largest lake in Finland, stretching over 120km, providing a spectacular sequence of islands and peninsulas.
Jyväskylä Cityscape
A clear view of this central Finnish city situated perfectly between Lake Päijänne and Lake Keitele.
Book an early morning flight to see the mist rising from the lakes or a summer flight to enjoy the intense greenery. During winter, this side offers the best chance to see the low-hanging sun casting long, dramatic shadows across the snow-covered fells.
Gulf of Bothnia
On clear days, you can spot the coastline of the Baltic Sea to the west as you head south toward Helsinki.
Oulu Coastal View
The largest city in Northern Finland is often visible on the horizon, marking the transition from Lapland to the plains.
Ostrobothnian Plains
The landscape flattens out into massive agricultural fields, a stark contrast to the hilly terrain of the north.
Espoo Archipelago
During the descent into Vantaa, you may see the thousands of small islands dotting the coast of the Gulf of Finland.
Helsinki-Vantaa Approach
A great view of the dense urban forests and suburban layouts surrounding the capital city during the final landing phase.
Choose the right side for evening flights to witness the sunset over the Gulf of Bothnia. If the flight path approaches from the west, this side provides superior views of the intricate Helsinki archipelago and the Baltic coastline.
Distance: 696 km (432 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 10 min
Departure: RVN (66.564796447754, 25.830400466919)
Arrival: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Route Type: Domestic
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