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TRD → RIX
Which side of the plane to sit from Trondheim Airport Værnes (Trondheim) to Riga International Airport (Riga)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior perspective of the UNESCO-listed High Coast of Sweden and a more direct view of the Estonian islands during the descent into the Baltics.
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Trondheimsfjord
Aerial views of the deep blue waters and winding coastline of Norway's third-longest fjord immediately after takeoff.
Storsjön Lake
A massive glacial lake in Sweden's Jämtland province, surrounded by the city of Östersund and snowy peaks.
The High Coast
The Höga Kusten UNESCO site where the land continues to rise from the sea, featuring dramatic cliffs and islands.
Saaremaa & Hiiumaa
On clear days, the large Estonian islands appear as green jewels in the Baltic Sea during the crossing.
Gulf of Riga
A wide-angle view of the sheltered bay as the aircraft aligns for its final approach into Latvia.
Sit on the left for the best morning light on the Swedish mountains. Keep your camera ready about 25 minutes into the flight for the High Coast. During winter, look for the unique geometric patterns of frozen lakes in central Sweden.
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The rugged mountain range straddling the Norway-Sweden border, often snow-capped well into the summer.
Swedish Boreal Forest
Endless stretches of the Taiga forest, interspersed with thousands of small, mirror-like lakes.
Sundsvall Coastline
The industrial and historical hub of Medelpad, nestled between the 'North and South Mountains'.
Gotland Vistas
Depending on the flight corridor, the northern tip of Sweden's largest island might be visible in the distance.
Jūrmala Sands
The long, white sandy beaches of Latvia's premier resort town visible just before touchdown at RIX.
The right side is ideal for catching golden hour light during late afternoon flights. Look for the Sylan range within the first 10 minutes of flight. As you approach Riga, you'll get a better view of the Kemeri National Park wetlands.
Book Hotels in RigaDistance: 1,020 km (634 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: TRD (63.45780179999999, 10.9239998)
Arrival: RIX (56.92359924316406, 23.971099853515625)
Route Type: International
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