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YTE → YZS
Which side of the plane to sit from Cape Dorset Airport (Cape Dorset) to Coral Harbour Airport (Coral Harbour)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a stunning perspective of the Hudson Strait and the dramatic transition from the rugged cliffs of Baffin Island to the expansive sea ice of the Foxe Channel.
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Kinngait Coastline
View the rocky outcrops and deep inlets surrounding the artistic hub of Cape Dorset as you climb.
Hudson Strait
The massive waterway connecting the Atlantic to the Arctic, often filled with spectacular shifting ice floes.
Nottingham Island
A remote, uninhabited island visible in the distance, known as a sanctuary for walruses and polar bears.
Foxe Channel Entrance
Deep blue waters that contrast sharply against the stark white winter ice or the grey summer fog.
Choose the left side for morning flights to get the best sun positioning on the sea ice. During spring (May-June), keep a sharp eye out for 'polynyas' or open water leads where you might spot marine mammals. The descent into Coral Harbour from this side provides a great view of the southern Southampton Island coastline.
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Foxe Basin
A vast, shallow basin to the north known for its unique turquoise water hues near the shoreline.
White Island
A stark landmass situated at the northern tip of Southampton Island, often surrounded by pack ice.
Southampton Tundra
The flat, expansive Arctic tundra of the island, dotted with small kettle lakes and migratory bird habitats.
Coral Harbour Approach
Aerial view of the remote settlement as the plane banks toward the municipal airport runway.
The right side is excellent for viewing the shallow reefs of the Foxe Basin which turn the water a Caribbean-like teal in late summer. On late-afternoon winter flights, this side faces north, offering the best chance to see the Aurora Borealis if the sky is dark enough. Watch for the 'Sadlermiut' historical sites along the coast during the final approach.
Book Hotels in Coral HarbourDistance: 330 km (205 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 33 min
Departure: YTE (64.2300033569, -76.5267028809)
Arrival: YZS (64.1932983398, -83.3593978882)
Route Type: Domestic
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