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YFB → YCY
Which side of the plane to sit from Iqaluit Airport (Iqaluit) to Clyde River Airport (Clyde River)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic Baffin Island coastline, featuring deep-cut fjords, massive icebergs in Davis Strait, and the sheer granite walls of the Arctic Cordillera.
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Davis Strait
The vast expanse of water between Canada and Greenland, often filled with drifting sea ice.
Iceberg Alley
Spot massive, ancient icebergs calved from Greenland's glaciers drifting southward along the coast.
Sam Ford Fjord
One of the most spectacular fjords in the world, featuring 1,500-meter sheer granite cliffs near Clyde River.
Coastal Marine Life
In open water seasons, watch for potential sightings of narwhals or bowhead whales near the shoreline.
Clyde River Approach
A scenic descent over the Patricia Bay as you approach the remote hamlet of Clyde River.
The right side is essential for fjord enthusiasts. As you approach Clyde River, the plane often tracks along the coast, providing incredible vertical perspectives of the sea cliffs. Bring a polarized lens for photos to cut through the glare of the snow and sea ice.
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Arctic Cordillera
Stunning views of the rugged mountain ranges that form the backbone of Baffin Island's interior.
Penny Ice Cap
Distant views of the massive 6,000 square kilometer ice dome located within Auyuittuq National Park.
Tundra Plateaus
Expansive, desolate landscapes of the High Arctic characterized by permafrost and ancient rock formations.
Glacial Valleys
Deep U-shaped valleys carved by ancient ice movements, often containing frozen lakes or braided rivers.
Sit on the left for better views of the high-altitude mountain peaks and the vast, untouched interior of Baffin Island. During the summer, look for the 'midnight sun' effect which keeps the landscape illuminated in golden hues for most of the night.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 748 km (465 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 15 min
Departure: YFB (63.756402, -68.555801)
Arrival: YCY (70.4860992432, -68.5167007446)
Route Type: Domestic
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