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Which side of the plane to sit from Aupaluk Airport (Aupaluk) to Tasiujaq Airport (Tasiujaq)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers spectacular views of the Ungava Bay coastline, featuring dramatic tidal changes and the potential for spotting marine life along the rugged Arctic shore.

Left Side Highlights
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Ungava Bay Coastline

Witness the dramatic transition between the rocky shore and the vast, icy waters of the bay.

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Arctic Ice Floes

Depending on the season, view drifting sea ice and small icebergs scattered across the deep blue water.

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Extreme Tidal Flats

Ungava Bay has some of the world's highest tides; see massive exposed mudflats or surging inlets.

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Marine Life Potential

Keep a sharp eye near river mouths for the white backs of beluga whales frequenting the coastal shallows.

Sit on the left to witness the sheer scale of Ungava Bay. This route is short and often flown at lower altitudes, making coastal details very clear. In summer, the late-setting sun provides a golden glow over the water, while in winter, look for the jagged textures of pack ice. Polar bear sightings are rare but possible on coastal ice patches.

Right Side Highlights
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Barren Lands Tundra

A vast, treeless landscape characterized by mosses, lichens, and ancient Canadian Shield rock formations.

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Thermokarst Lakes

Countless small, sapphire-colored lakes created by permafrost patterns dotting the inland horizon.

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Caribou Trails

Look for the faint, crisscrossing lines on the tundra made by migrating caribou herds over centuries.

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Leaf River Approaches

As you descend into Tasiujaq, see the meandering path of the Finger River as it joins the Leaf River system.

The right side is ideal for those interested in glacial geology and the stark beauty of the Canadian Shield. During autumn (late August to September), the tundra turns vibrant shades of red and orange. Use polarized sunglasses to reduce the glare from the numerous small lakes that act like mirrors under the Arctic sun.

Top Activities in Tasiujaq
Route Information

Distance: 73 km (45 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 7 min

Departure: YPJ (59.29669952392578, -69.59970092773439)

Arrival: YTQ (58.66780090332031, -69.95580291748047)

Route Type: Domestic

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