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YXS → YYD
Which side of the plane to sit from Prince George Airport (Prince George) to Smithers Airport (Smithers)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most dramatic views of the approach into the Bulkley Valley, specifically the iconic glacier and peaks of Hudson Bay Mountain as the plane descends into Smithers.
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Nechako River
The meandering blue curves of the Nechako River as you depart the Prince George plateau.
Nechako Valley Agriculture
Vibrant patchwork of farmland around Vanderhoof, contrasting with the dense surrounding forest.
Hudson Bay Mountain
The star of the flight: the massive glacier and rugged peaks of 'The Crag' towering over the town of Smithers.
Burnie-Shea Provincial Park
Untouched alpine wilderness and jagged ridgelines visible to the southwest during the final descent.
Book a window seat on the left to capture the iconic view of Hudson Bay Mountain's glacier. For the best lighting on the peaks, choose a morning flight when the sun illuminates the eastern faces. In autumn, the valley floors turn a brilliant gold, making the mountain views even more spectacular.
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Stuart Lake
The southern tip of this massive lake near Fort St. James is often visible to the north shortly after takeoff.
Babine Lake
As the longest natural lake in British Columbia, its vast blue expanse is a dominant feature of the northern horizon.
Babine Mountains
The rugged, snow-capped peaks of the Babine Mountains Provincial Park providing a stark wilderness backdrop.
Yellowhead Corridor
Trace the path of Highway 16 and the CN rail line as they snake through the narrow mountain valleys.
The right side is excellent for viewing the immense scale of Babine Lake. Keep your eyes peeled for the transition from the flat Nechako Plateau into the more vertical Skeena Mountains. This side often gets better 'alpenglow' lighting if you are flying during a late winter afternoon sunset.
Book Hotels in SmithersDistance: 310 km (193 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 31 min
Departure: YXS (53.8894004822, -122.679000854)
Arrival: YYD (54.82469940185547, -127.18299865722656)
Route Type: Domestic
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