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Which side of the plane to sit from The Pas Airport (The Pas) to Flin Flon Airport (Flin Flon)?

Our Recommendation
7.8

Left Side of the Plane

The left side provides an exceptional view of Clearwater Lake's turquoise waters and the dramatic industrial skyline of Flin Flon including its famous smokestack during the final approach.

Left Side Highlights
7.8
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Clearwater Lake

Witness the strikingly clear, turquoise-hued water of one of the world's most transparent lakes just north of The Pas.

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Saskatchewan River Delta

Look down at the complex network of marshes and winding channels that form one of North America's largest inland deltas.

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Flin Flon Smelter

Get a clear view of the iconic 250-meter smokestack and the industrial landscape of the Hudson Bay Mining and Smelting complex.

Choose the left side for the best chance to see the vibrant colors of Clearwater Lake shortly after takeoff. For the best photography, a morning flight minimizes glare on the water, while the sunset light against the Flin Flon smokestack is spectacular on evening arrivals.

Right Side Highlights
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Athapapuskow Lake

A massive, island-filled lake that perfectly exemplifies the rugged beauty of the northern wilderness.

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The Canadian Shield

Observe the visible transition to ancient granite outcrops as the flat lowland plains give way to the rocky Precambrian Shield.

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Rocky Lake

View the irregular, forested shorelines of Rocky Lake, a popular destination for northern anglers.

The right side is ideal for capturing the vastness of the Canadian Shield's rocky terrain and scattered island chains. Sit toward the front of the wing to avoid engine heat haze when photographing the intricate patterns of the boreal forest and hidden 'pothole' lakes.

Top Activities in Flin Flon
Route Information

Distance: 87 km (54 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 9 min

Departure: YQD (53.97140121459961, -101.09100341796876)

Arrival: YFO (54.6781005859375, -101.68199920654295)

Route Type: Domestic

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