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YHY → YZF
Which side of the plane to sit from Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport (Hay River) to Yellowknife Airport (Yellowknife)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers superior views of the Hay River townsite and delta upon departure, followed by the iconic Yellowknife skyline, Old Town, and the historic houseboats on Great Slave Lake during the approach.
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Hay River Delta
The intricate network of channels and the main harbor where the Hay River meets Great Slave Lake.
Con Mine Headframe
The iconic Robertson headframe, a remnant of Yellowknife's gold mining history, visible on the city's edge.
Old Town Houseboats
The famous colorful floating community near Joliffe Island and the historic 'Rock' district.
Yellowknife Skyline
The surprising collection of high-rise buildings that form the administrative heart of the Northwest Territories.
Giant Mine Site
Another historic gold mine site located just north of the city, visible during the final turn to the runway.
This is the 'photographer's side' for the approach into Yellowknife. Sit here to see the historic Old Town and the houseboats. In the morning, the light illuminates the city perfectly. Be ready quickly, as the flight is only about 30-40 minutes long.
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Great Slave Lake Horizon
Uninterrupted views of the western horizon over North America's deepest lake, showing the sheer scale of the water.
Subarctic Boreal Forest
Dense clusters of black spruce and larch characteristic of the Taiga Shield ecosystem stretching toward the Mackenzie Valley.
Frame Lake
A prominent lake in the center of Yellowknife visible just before the final descent into YZF.
Hay River West Channel
The secondary branch of the Hay River used by local fishing fleets and smaller vessels.
Choose this side for wide-angle views of the lake's vastness. During winter months, look for the patterns of the 'ice roads' being carved across the frozen surface. The low winter sun will be behind you on northbound flights, reducing glare.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 194 km (121 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 19 min
Departure: YHY (60.8396987915, -115.782997131)
Arrival: YZF (62.46279907226562, -114.44000244140624)
Route Type: Domestic
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