Loading map...
YYE → YXS
Which side of the plane to sit from Fort Nelson Airport (Fort Nelson) to Prince George Airport (Prince George)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers spectacular, front-row views of the rugged Northern Rocky Mountains, including the Muskwa and Hart ranges, and the vast Williston Lake reservoir.
Muskwa Ranges
Incredible views of the jagged, often snow-capped peaks of the Northern Rockies shortly after takeoff.
Stone Mountain
Look west to see the rugged alpine tundra and limestone peaks of Stone Mountain Provincial Park.
Williston Lake
Glimpse the massive Finlay Reach, part of the largest man-made reservoir in British Columbia.
Hart Ranges
Traverse the high-altitude peaks of the Hart Ranges as the flight follows the Rocky Mountain Trench.
Fraser River Basin
See the beginning of the mighty Fraser River system as you enter the Prince George plateau.
The right side is highly recommended for mountain lovers. For evening flights, you will witness a stunning sunset over the mountains. Aim for a seat ahead of or behind the wing to capture unobstructed photos of the high-alpine valleys.
Fort Nelson River
Catch views of the winding, silty waters of the Fort Nelson River as you climb out of the airport.
Boreal Forest Plateau
An endless expanse of dense spruce and pine forest that characterizes the remote northern interior of BC.
Eastern Foothills
Observation of the transition where the flat northern plains begin to buckle into the eastern foothills.
Summit Lake
A prominent blue landmark located north of Prince George that signals the start of the final approach.
The left side is best for morning flights to avoid direct sun glare. While the terrain is flatter than the west, look for the distant Peace River valley and the industrial outskirts of Prince George during descent.
Distance: 550 km (342 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 55 min
Departure: YYE (58.8363990784, -122.597000122)
Arrival: YXS (53.8894004822, -122.679000854)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.