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SEA → FAI
Which side of the plane to sit from Seattle Tacoma International Airport (Seattle) to Fairbanks International Airport (Fairbanks)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic meeting of the Pacific Ocean and the rugged coastlines of British Columbia and Alaska, featuring spectacular glaciers and coastal peaks.
The Inside Passage
Aerial views of the intricate network of islands and fjords stretching along the British Columbia coast.
Glacier Bay National Park
A stunning perspective of massive tidewater glaciers and the sprawling Fairweather Range peaks.
Mount Saint Elias
Witness one of the highest coastal mountains in the world rising dramatically from the Gulf of Alaska.
Vancouver Island
As you head north from Seattle, look down at the rugged western coastline of this massive island.
Malaspina Glacier
A breathtaking view of the world's largest piedmont glacier as it fans out toward the ocean.
Book a window seat on the left for mid-day flights to keep the sun behind the plane, which illuminates the glaciers perfectly. This side provides the best views of the iconic Alaskan coastline and the transition from sea to ice.
Mount Baker
Shortly after takeoff from Seattle, look for this massive, snow-capped stratovolcano near the Canadian border.
Mount Logan
Canada's highest peak is often visible in the distance as the flight passes over the Yukon territory.
Wrangell-St. Elias
Vast stretches of the largest national park in the U.S., featuring rugged mountains and untouched wilderness.
The Alaska Range
As the flight begins its descent into Fairbanks, the massive peaks of the interior Alaska Range come into view.
Northern Lights
On night flights, the right side faces north, offering the best chance to spot the Aurora Borealis over the horizon.
The right side is essential for night flights if you are hoping to see the Aurora Borealis, as it faces the northern magnetic pole. During the day, it offers a superior view of the inland mountain ranges and the vast Yukon wilderness.
Distance: 2,462 km (1,530 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 17 min
Departure: SEA (47.449001, -122.308998)
Arrival: FAI (64.81510162, -147.85600280000003)
Route Type: Domestic
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