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YSM → YZF
Which side of the plane to sit from Fort Smith Airport (Fort Smith) to Yellowknife Airport (Yellowknife)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer stunning views of the subarctic wilderness, the right side provides a superior view of the intricate Slave River Delta and the iconic rocky approach into Yellowknife.
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Slave River Delta
A complex network of channels and wetlands where the Slave River empties into Great Slave Lake.
East Arm Vistas
Distant views of the rugged islands and dramatic cliffs that define the lake's eastern geography.
Canadian Shield
The ancient, pockmarked rocky landscape with thousands of tiny lakes visible on the approach to Yellowknife.
Yellowknife Bay
The iconic colorful houseboats and the historic Old Town area visible just before landing.
YZF Airport Approach
Direct views of the airport infrastructure carved into the hard Precambrian rock.
The right side is ideal for seeing the complex Slave River Delta shortly after takeoff. As you approach Yellowknife, you'll get the best views of the rugged Canadian Shield landscape and the city's unique houseboats on the water. Morning flights offer excellent light on the rock formations.
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Slave River Views
Aerial perspective of the massive river flowing north from Fort Smith towards the Great Slave Lake.
Wood Buffalo National Park
Vast stretches of the world's largest national park, home to the largest free-roaming bison herd.
Great Slave Lake Depths
Crossing the western basin of North America's deepest lake, showing deep blue water and occasional ice floes.
Northern Horizon
Expansive views of the subarctic horizon, which features dramatic long-lasting light during summer months.
Choose the left side for expansive views of the boreal forest and the deep waters of Great Slave Lake. During evening flights, this side catches the prolonged northern sunsets that can last for hours in the summer. Look for the white salt plains near Fort Smith early in the flight.
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Get eSIMs for CanadaDistance: 302 km (188 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 30 min
Departure: YSM (60.020301818847656, -111.96199798583984)
Arrival: YZF (62.46279907226562, -114.44000244140624)
Route Type: Domestic
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