At Akureyri in Akureyri: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Eyjafjörður fjord (immediate north), Súlur mountain (northeast, distinctive twin peaks), Húsavík area (northeast across fjord), Tröllaskagi peninsula (east across water).

When taking off from Akureyri (AEY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Akureyri's primary runway (16/34) typically uses northbound departures, which climb out over Eyjafjörður fjord to the north. The left side offers immediate views of the fjord's dramatic coastline, surrounding mountains, and the distinctive geography of North Iceland's coastal terrain. Notable sights include: Eyjafjörður fjord (immediate north), Súlur mountain (northeast, distinctive twin peaks), Húsavík area (northeast across fjord), Tröllaskagi peninsula (east across water).

When landing at Akureyri (AEY), sit on the Left side for the best views. Akureyri's main runway (16/34) typically uses northbound approaches, which means landing from the south. The left side offers views of Eyjafjörður fjord and the dramatic basalt formations along the eastern shore, while the right side faces the flatter, less distinctive western terrain. The fjord's deep blue waters and surrounding mountains create the most compelling visual during descent. Notable sights include: Eyjafjörður fjord (directly below during approach), Súlur mountain (distinctive twin peaks on eastern shore), Akureyri town grid (visible at lower altitude), Húsavík direction to the northeast across the fjord.

The best window seat at Akureyri (AEY) depends on several factors: the typical runway used for your departure or arrival, the geographic features around Akureyri (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening flights often offer the best lighting for scenic views.