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Which side of the plane to sit from Stord Airport (Stord) to Oslo Lufthavn (Oslo)?

Our Recommendation
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Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers unparalleled views of the dramatic Hardangerfjord and the massive Folgefonna glacier, providing a classic Norwegian fjord-to-mountain experience.

Left Side Highlights
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Hardangerfjord

Breathtaking views of one of Norway's most iconic fjords with its steep cliffs and deep blue waters shortly after takeoff.

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Folgefonna Glacier

On clear days, see the brilliant white expanse of Norway's third-largest glacier glistening to the north.

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Hardangervidda Plateau

Fly over Europe's largest high-mountain plateau, a vast and rugged wilderness of lakes and tundra.

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Hallingskarvet

A distinctive mountain ridge that dominates the northern horizon as the flight progresses toward Eastern Norway.

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Tyrifjorden

A large, scenic lake surrounded by forested hills that signals the beginning of the final descent into the Oslo region.

Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh glare of the southern sun. The first 15 minutes offer the most dramatic terrain, so keep your window shade up from the moment you leave Stord. During winter, look for the 'white desert' effect across the frozen plateau.

Right Side Highlights
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Sunnhordland Archipelago

Beautiful views of the myriad of islands and coastal channels immediately after departure from SRP.

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Gaustatoppen

Look south mid-flight to spot the iconic pyramid-shaped peak, arguably the most beautiful mountain in Telemark.

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Telemark Forests

Vast stretches of dense pine forests and rolling hills that characterize the southern route into the interior.

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Drammensfjorden

A narrow branch of the Oslofjord visible as the aircraft maneuvers for the approach to Gardermoen.

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Oslofjord Entrance

Distant views of the busy shipping lanes and smaller islands at the northern end of the Oslofjord during the descent.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights as the low sun illuminates the Telemark mountains and the Gaustatoppen peak. During the final approach to OSL, this side often provides a clearer view of the sprawling residential areas and forests surrounding the capital.

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Route Information

Distance: 320 km (199 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 32 min

Departure: SRP (59.79190063476562, 5.340849876403809)

Arrival: OSL (60.121, 11.0502)

Route Type: Domestic

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