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TLA → OME
Which side of the plane to sit from Teller Airport (Teller) to Nome Airport (Nome)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a breathtaking view of the rugged Kigluaik Mountains, also known as the Sawtooth Range, and the vast interior tundra of the Seward Peninsula.
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Kigluaik Mountains
The most dramatic mountain range on the Seward Peninsula, featuring jagged peaks and glacial valleys.
Imuruk Basin
A massive, shallow brackish water lagoon that connects to the Bering Sea via the Tokeen Channel.
Salmon Lake
A beautiful glacial lake located at the southern foot of the Kigluaik Mountains near the end of the flight.
Tundra Mosaic
Intricate patterns of permafrost polygons and braided streams that characterize the Arctic landscape.
Sit on the left for morning flights to see the sunlight illuminating the sharp ridges of the Sawtooth Mountains. During autumn, the tundra below transforms into a vibrant carpet of reds and oranges. Ensure your window is clear, as the proximity to the mountains offers excellent photography opportunities.
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Port Clarence
A vast natural harbor that has historically served as a refuge for Arctic maritime explorers and whalers.
Point Spencer
A distinctive, narrow sand spit that curves sharply into the Bering Sea from the coast.
Bering Sea Coastline
The rugged and windswept western edge of the North American continent.
Sledge Island
A small, uninhabited volcanic island visible in the distance as the aircraft approaches Nome.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Bering Sea. Between December and May, look for the intricate patterns of sea ice and pressure ridges forming along the coastline. You might even spot whales in the open leads of the ice during the spring migration.
Book Hotels in NomeDistance: 91 km (57 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 9 min
Departure: TLA (65.2404022217, -166.339004517)
Arrival: OME (64.51219940185547, -165.44500732421875)
Route Type: Domestic
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