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VAA → HEL
Which side of the plane to sit from Vaasa Airport (Vaasa) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (Helsinki)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Gulf of Bothnia coastline and the unique island formations of the Kvarken Archipelago shortly after takeoff from Vaasa.
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Gulf of Bothnia
Stunning views of the sea and the coastal transition as the aircraft departs Vaasa.
Kvarken Archipelago
A UNESCO World Heritage site featuring unique 'De Geer' moraines formed by the last ice age.
Rural Patchwork
Intricate patterns of Finnish farming strips and drainage canals visible in the Satakunta region.
Nuuksio Forests
Dense wilderness and small forest lakes as the plane begins its final descent into Helsinki-Vantaa.
The right side is ideal for evening flights to catch the sunset over the Baltic Sea. During the final approach to HEL, look for the suburban sprawl and the dense green belt of the capital region.
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Ostrobothnian Plains
View the uniquely flat and fertile agricultural landscape surrounding the Vaasa region.
Boreal Taiga
Expansive stretches of dense pine and spruce forests that characterize the Finnish interior.
Tampere Cityscape
Distant views of Finland's third-largest city situated between Lake Näsijärvi and Lake Pyhäjärvi.
Lake Vanajavesi
Scenic water views as the flight path passes over the Hämeenlinna region towards Vantaa.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid the direct glare of the sun. This side is also better for spotting the lights of smaller inland towns like Seinäjoki during evening winter flights.
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Get eSIMs for FinlandDistance: 348 km (216 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 35 min
Departure: VAA (63.050701141357, 21.762199401855)
Arrival: HEL (60.317199707031, 24.963300704956)
Route Type: Domestic
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