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YSK → YGW
Which side of the plane to sit from Sanikiluaq Airport (Sanikiluaq) to Kuujjuarapik Airport (Kuujjuarapik)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior perspective of the dramatic Manitounuk Islands and the scenic approach into the Great Whale River mouth.
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Outer Belcher Chain
Panoramic views of the remote eastern islands and the vast, unobstructed horizon of the Hudson Bay.
Manitounuk Islands
Stunning views of the high cuestas—cliffs that slope gently on one side and drop steeply into the sea.
Great Whale River
Observe the massive Great Whale River (Grande Rivière de la Baleine) as it carves through the Canadian Shield into the bay.
Subarctic Horizon
During afternoon flights, the low sun creates dramatic shadows across the rugged, treeless tundra landscape.
Position yourself on the right for the descent to see the Manitounuk Sound. In summer, keep an eye out for white specks in the water; these are often Beluga whales near the river mouth.
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Belcher Islands Archipelago
Witness the unique, elongated geological folds and dark rock formations of Flaherty Island immediately after takeoff.
Hudson Bay Deep
Fly over the pristine, cold waters of the southeastern Hudson Bay, often filled with pack ice until late July.
Whapmagoostui View
Get a clear view of the Cree community of Whapmagoostui, which sits adjacent to Kuujjuarapik, as you land.
Watch for the intricate 'maze' of land and water around Sanikiluaq. In winter, look for 'polynyas'—areas of open water surrounded by sea ice where wildlife congregates.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 167 km (104 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 17 min
Departure: YSK (56.537799835200005, -79.2466964722)
Arrival: YGW (55.28189849853515, -77.76529693603516)
Route Type: Domestic
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