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YXY → YZF
Which side of the plane to sit from Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (Whitehorse) to Yellowknife Airport (Yellowknife)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a front-row seat to the most dramatic peaks of the Mackenzie Mountains and the vast, untouched subarctic wilderness.
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Yukon Plateau
Vast stretches of ancient rolling hills and boreal forests immediately after takeoff.
Mackenzie Mountains
Stunning views of the rugged peaks forming the border between Yukon and NWT.
Permafrost Landscapes
Unique geometric patterns in the earth created by freezing and thawing cycles.
Yellowknife Skyline
A clear view of the city rising from the Precambrian Shield as you land.
Mid-flight is the peak time for mountain viewing; have your camera ready about 30 minutes after departure. In winter, look for the 'diamond dust' atmospheric effect. Morning flights offer the best illumination for the northern peaks.
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Southern Yukon Lakes
Views of the interconnected glacial lakes like Marsh and Tagish near Whitehorse.
Nahanni Region
Distal views of the world-famous Nahanni National Park canyons and peaks.
Liard River Basin
Watching the silty, winding paths of the northern river systems.
Great Slave Lake
The immense, ocean-like scale of North America's deepest lake during descent.
Focus on the right side during the final 20 minutes of flight to witness the scale of Great Slave Lake. If the flight path approaches from the south, you might spot the famous colorful houseboats on Yellowknife Bay. Evening flights offer spectacular sunsets over the lake.
Book Hotels in YellowknifeDistance: 1,104 km (686 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 28 min
Departure: YXY (60.7095985413, -135.067001343)
Arrival: YZF (62.46279907226562, -114.44000244140624)
Route Type: Domestic
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