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YRT → YBK
Which side of the plane to sit from Rankin Inlet Airport (Rankin Inlet) to Baker Lake Airport (Baker Lake)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the Hudson Bay coastline during departure and provides a front-row seat to the expansive Baker Lake shoreline and community layout upon approach.
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Hudson Bay Horizon
Initial views of the massive inland sea, often filled with pack ice well into July.
Diana Lake System
A large freshwater system north of the flight path known for its rugged shoreline and deep blue waters.
Baker Lake Expanse
One of Canada's largest lakes, appearing like an ocean in the middle of the Barren Lands.
Baker Lake Community
A full aerial view of the hamlet, including the iconic landing strip and colorful Arctic houses as you descend.
The right side is best for seeing the town during the final descent. For the best photography, morning flights offer softer light on the water. In autumn, the tundra turns a vibrant red and orange, which is particularly striking against the blue of Baker Lake.
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A complex network of rapids and winding river sections visible shortly after takeoff from Rankin Inlet.
Barren Lands Tundra
The vast, treeless expanse of the Kivalliq Region, where caribou migration trails are often visible from high altitudes.
Kazan River Mouth
A Canadian Heritage River that flows into the southern side of Baker Lake, featuring dramatic rocky outcrops.
Arctic Pothole Lakes
Thousands of small, crystal-clear glacial lakes dotting the landscape, reflecting the Arctic sky.
Sit on this side if you want to see the Kazan River delta. During late summer, look for moving specks on the tundra which may be caribou herds. In winter, the low sun angle creates long, dramatic shadows over the snow-covered eskers.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 257 km (160 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 26 min
Departure: YRT (62.811401367200006, -92.1157989502)
Arrival: YBK (64.29889678960001, -96.077796936)
Route Type: Domestic
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