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VDS → ALF
Which side of the plane to sit from Vadsø Airport (Vadsø) to Alta Airport (Alta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular views of the rugged Barents Sea coastline and the deep Arctic fjords of Laksefjorden and Porsangerfjorden.
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Varangerhalvøya National Park
A starkly beautiful, high-arctic landscape with unique geological formations.
Deep Northern Fjords
Breathtaking views of Laksefjorden and Porsangerfjorden cutting deep into the mainland.
Barents Sea Horizon
The vast, open expanse of the Arctic Ocean stretching toward the North Pole.
Stabbursdalen
The world's northernmost pine forest, visible as the aircraft begins its descent into Alta.
The right side is premier for seeing the dramatic contrast between the deep blue fjords and the tundra. During the summer, this side provides the best view of the Midnight Sun. In winter, looking north over the Barents Sea often provides the most vivid views of the Aurora Borealis from the cabin window.
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Aerial views of the southern coast of the Varanger Peninsula immediately after takeoff.
Tana River Delta
One of Europe's largest and most important river systems winding through the Arctic landscape.
Finnmarksvidda
The vast, rolling mountain plateau that defines the interior of Northern Norway.
Haldde Mountain
Historic peak near Alta, home to the world's first permanent Northern Lights observatory.
Sit on the left side during mid-day flights to get the best illumination of the inland plateau and river systems. This side is also excellent for spotting the winding Tana River shortly after departure. Keep your eyes peeled for reindeer herds on the plateau during the summer months.
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Get eSIMs for NorwayDistance: 246 km (153 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 25 min
Departure: VDS (70.065299987793, 29.844699859619)
Arrival: ALF (69.976097106934, 23.371700286865)
Route Type: Domestic
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