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SFJ → JEG
Which side of the plane to sit from Kangerlussuaq Airport (Sondrestrom) to Aasiaat Airport (Aasiaat)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers an unparalleled view of the edge of the Greenland Ice Sheet shortly after takeoff and the stunning iceberg-filled waters of Disko Bay during the approach to Aasiaat.
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Greenland Ice Sheet
Look east to see the massive 'Indlandsisen' ice cap dominating the horizon just after departure.
Glacial Meltwater Lakes
Spot vibrant turquoise and sapphire blue lakes trapped in the high-altitude rocky depressions.
Disko Island
View the distinct, flat-topped basalt mountains of Qeqertarsuaq across the bay during the descent.
Disko Bay Icebergs
See massive icebergs that have calved from the Ilulissat Icefjord drifting south through the blue waters.
Aasiaat Settlement
A great view of the colorful Greenlandic houses clustered on the island just before landing.
The right side is the 'ice side.' Early morning flights offer the best light for photography of the Ice Sheet. Keep your camera ready during the final 10 minutes of the flight; the concentration of icebergs in Disko Bay is world-class and best seen from this side.
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Kangerlussuaq Fjord
View the winding 190km long Søndre Strømfjord system as the aircraft gains altitude.
Coastal Tundra
Observe the vast, mossy valleys and rocky outcrops of the Qeqqata region's rugged interior.
Archipelago View
Watch the coastline break into hundreds of tiny islands and skerries as you approach the Aasiaat archipelago.
Coastal Shipping Lanes
Spot small local fishing vessels navigating the narrow channels between the mainland and coastal islands.
Sit on the left for softer afternoon lighting on the mountain textures. This side is better if you want to avoid the direct glare of the sun when flying north-northwest during the middle of the day. In winter, look for the subtle shadows cast by the low-angled sun over the tundra.
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Get eSIMs for GreenlandDistance: 209 km (130 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 21 min
Departure: SFJ (67.0122218992, -50.7116031647)
Arrival: JEG (68.7218017578, -52.7846984863)
Route Type: Domestic
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