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Which side of the plane to sit from Rigolet Airport (Rigolet) to Makkovik Airport (Makkovik)?

Our Recommendation
8.5

Right Side of the Plane

The right side offers breathtaking views of the rugged Atlantic coastline, dramatic sea ice, and the deep blue of the Labrador Sea.

Right Side Highlights
8.5
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Hamilton Inlet

The expansive mouth where the inland waters meet the powerful Labrador Sea.

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Iceberg Alley

View majestic icebergs drifting south from Greenland, most prominent in late spring and early summer.

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Coastal Outliers

Small, rocky uninhabited islands that line the shore, showing the raw power of Atlantic erosion.

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Marine Activity

Keep a keen eye on the water for whale spouts or seals near the coastal shelf.

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Makkovik Settlement

A stunning aerial perspective of the isolated Inuit community nestled in a protected cove.

This is a prime route for iceberg spotting; fly between May and July for the best chance to see these giants. A window seat on the right is essential for coastal photography. Use a polarized lens to reduce glare from the water and ice.

Left Side Highlights
7.2
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Double Mer

A deep, narrow tidal inlet that carves through the wilderness just north of Rigolet.

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Subarctic Tundra

Vast, untouched expanses of lichen-covered rock and low shrubs typical of Northern Labrador.

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Glacial Ponds

Hundreds of small, crystal-clear lakes scattered across the landscape like blue gems.

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Hardy Boreal Forest

The final transition of stunted spruce trees before the landscape gives way to the open barrens.

Observe the land for caribou trails visible in the snow during winter months. Early morning flights provide dramatic shadows over the rolling upland hills, accentuating the rugged geology of the interior.

Top Activities in Makkovik
Route Information

Distance: 110 km (68 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 11 min

Departure: YRG (54.1796989440918, -58.45750045776367)

Arrival: YMN (55.07690048217773, -59.1864013671875)

Route Type: Domestic

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