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YRB → YAB
Which side of the plane to sit from Resolute Bay Airport (Resolute) to Old Arctic Bay Airport (Arctic Bay)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of the High Arctic wilderness, the Right Side provides a superior angle for the dramatic approach into the fjords of Baffin Island and the towering bird cliffs of Prince Leopold Island.
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Prince Leopold Island
A breathtaking migratory bird sanctuary featuring massive vertical sandstone cliffs that rise 300 meters straight out of the icy sea.
Somerset Island Coast
Observe the rugged, fossil-rich limestone coastline of Somerset Island, characterized by deep river canyons and desolate beauty.
Borden Peninsula
As you enter Baffin Island airspace, the terrain shifts to dramatic, dark mountain peaks and deep glacial valleys.
Adams Sound
The final approach follows this stunningly narrow fjord, flanked by high plateau walls, leading directly into the heart of Arctic Bay.
The Right Side is essential for the final 15 minutes of the flight. The descent into Arctic Bay via Adams Sound is one of the most scenic in Canada. In winter, look for the 'floe edge' where the frozen sea meets the open water, a hotspot for polar bear activity.
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Lancaster Sound
Gaze down at the primary channel of the Northwest Passage, often filled with drifting pack ice and massive icebergs even in summer.
Devon Island
View the world's largest uninhabited island, showcasing a stark, Mars-like polar desert landscape and distant glacial ice caps.
Beechey Island
Spot this small, flat-topped island off the coast of Devon Island, famous as the historic wintering site of the ill-fated Franklin Expedition.
This side is ideal for spotting marine life in the leads of the sea ice. During the summer months, keep a close eye on the water for the white backs of Beluga whales or the tusks of Narwhals that frequent these cold northern waters.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 361 km (224 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 36 min
Departure: YRB (74.71690368649999, -94.9693984985)
Arrival: YAB (73.0058922479, -85.0325489044)
Route Type: Domestic
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