At Ted Stevens Anchorage International in Anchorage: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Chugach Mountains (east), Cook Inlet (west), Knik Arm (north), Turnagain Arm (southeast in distance).

When taking off from Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC), sit on the Left side for the best views. Anchorage's primary runways (1L/1R and 3L/3R) typically depart northbound or eastbound. A left-side seat offers views of the Chugach Mountains immediately east of the airport and Cook Inlet to the west during the initial climb. The left side captures the dramatic terrain that defines Anchorage's geography. Notable sights include: Chugach Mountains (east), Cook Inlet (west), Knik Arm (north), Turnagain Arm (southeast in distance).

When landing at Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC), sit on the Left side for the best views. Anchorage's primary runways (01L/19R and 01R/19L) are oriented roughly north-south. During typical approaches from the south or southeast, the left side offers views of the Chugach Mountains and Cook Inlet, while the right side faces the relatively flat Anchorage Bowl. The left provides more dramatic geography and better visual reference points. Notable sights include: Chugach Mountains (southeast of airport), Cook Inlet (west), Knik Arm (north), Anchorage downtown skyline (south).

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