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YKG → YVP
Which side of the plane to sit from Kangirsuk Airport (Kangirsuk) to Kuujjuaq Airport (Quujjuaq)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the inland Arctic tundra, the winding Arnaud River at departure, and the spectacular wide meanders of the Koksoak River during the final approach.
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Arnaud River Valley
A stunning view of the river's path through the rocky landscape immediately after takeoff from Kangirsuk.
Glacial Kettle Lakes
Thousands of crystal-blue lakes dotting the permafrost landscape like gems scattered on the tundra.
Tundra Colors
In late August and September, the vegetation turns vibrant shades of crimson and gold across the treeless plains.
Koksoak River
A magnificent view of the wide, powerful river that serves as the gateway to the community of Kuujjuaq.
Caribou Trails
Faint, ancient migratory paths etched into the mossy landscape, visible from lower altitudes.
Sit on the right side for the best photography of the Koksoak River's massive scale as you descend. In autumn, the terrestrial colors are best viewed from this side away from the glare of the water. Polarization filters are highly recommended to capture the deep blues of the myriad tundra lakes.
Book Hotels in QuujjuaqUngava Bay
Expansive views of the dark, cold waters and the dramatic shoreline of one of Canada's largest bays.
Arctic Sea Ice
In winter and spring, witness the complex patterns of shifting pack ice and open water leads.
Tidal Mudflats
Vast stretches of coastal silt exposed by the region's extreme tidal range, among the highest in the world.
Choose the left side for morning flights to see the sun rising over the bay. It is particularly striking in early summer when the ice is breaking up into giant mosaic-like floes.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 233 km (145 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 23 min
Departure: YKG (60.027198791503906, -69.99919891357422)
Arrival: YVP (58.09609985351562, -68.42690277099611)
Route Type: Domestic
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