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TLL β HEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport (Tallinn-ulemiste International) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side provides the most iconic views of the Finnish capital, including the historic Suomenlinna fortress and the dense Helsinki archipelago during the final approach.
Pirita and TV Tower
Tallinn's yacht harbor and the iconic TV tower visible shortly after takeoff.
Prangli Island
A traditional Estonian fishing island situated in the Gulf of Finland.
Suomenlinna Fortress
The UNESCO World Heritage sea fortress visible just before landing in Helsinki.
Helsinki Skyline
A panoramic view of the White Cathedral and the Uspenski Cathedral in the city center.
Helsinki Archipelago
A stunning mosaic of thousands of small, rocky islands guarding the Finnish coast.
Sit on the right for morning flights to get the best illumination of the Helsinki city center. Because this flight is very short (approx. 20-30 minutes), be ready with your camera immediately after takeoff and keep it ready until the gear comes down.
Tallinn Old Town
Excellent views of the medieval spires and city wall during the initial climb from TLL.
Naissaar Island
A large, forested island off the coast of Tallinn known for its lighthouse and history.
Gulf of Finland
The deep blue expanse separating Estonia and Finland, often dotted with massive ferries.
Porkkala Peninsula
The rugged Finnish coastline coming into view as the aircraft begins its descent.
Finnish Lakeland
The transition into the dense pine forests and small lakes characteristic of southern Finland.
Choose this side for late afternoon flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun over the Baltic. Look out for the distinct shape of the Pakri Peninsula in the distance if visibility is high.
Distance: 101 km (63 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 10 min
Departure: TLL (59.41329956049999, 24.8327999115)
Arrival: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Route Type: International
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