Kodiak to Homer is 136 miles (219 km), a flight of about 25 minutes.
While the takeoff offers good Kodiak Island views from the left, the landing approach provides superior scenery with Kachemak Bay's distinctive water features, glaciers, and coastal geography. The right side captures the most visually compelling part of this short flight.
Flight Path
Shelikof Strait, Alaska Peninsula coastline, Tuxedni Bay, Cook Inlet's northern reaches, transition from open water to Kachemak Bay
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from ADQ
LEFTKodiak Island's mountainous terrain and the surrounding Shelikof Strait are best viewed from the left side as you climb out northwestward. You'll see the island's interior peaks and the water passage toward the Alaska Peninsula.
Landing at HOM
RIGHTApproaching Homer from the southeast, the right side offers views of Kachemak Bay's distinctive geography and the Kenai Peninsula's coastal features. You'll see the bay's islands and the town's position on the spit as you descend.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Kodiak (ADQ) to Homer (HOM)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Kodiak to Homer. While the takeoff offers good Kodiak Island views from the left, the landing approach provides superior scenery with Kachemak Bay's distinctive water features, glaciers, and coastal geography. The right side captures the most visually compelling part of this short flight.
What can I see during takeoff from Kodiak in Kodiak?
During takeoff from Kodiak (ADQ), sit on the Left side for the best views. Kodiak Island's mountainous terrain and the surrounding Shelikof Strait are best viewed from the left side as you climb out northwestward. You'll see the island's interior peaks and the water passage toward the Alaska Peninsula. Notable sights include: Kodiak Island's central mountains, Shelikof Strait, Afognak Island to the north, Barometer Mountain.
What can I see when landing at Homer in Homer?
When landing at Homer (HOM), sit on the Right side for the best views. Approaching Homer from the southeast, the right side offers views of Kachemak Bay's distinctive geography and the Kenai Peninsula's coastal features. You'll see the bay's islands and the town's position on the spit as you descend. Notable sights include: Kachemak Bay, Kenai Peninsula coastline, Grewingk Glacier across the bay, Homer Spit.
How long is the flight from Kodiak to Homer?
The flight from Kodiak (ADQ) to Homer (HOM) takes about 25 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 136 miles (219 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Kodiak to Homer flight path pass over?
Shelikof Strait, Alaska Peninsula coastline, Tuxedni Bay, Cook Inlet's northern reaches, transition from open water to Kachemak Bay