About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Andoya (ANX) to Bodo (BOO)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Andoya to Bodoe. While takeoff offers interesting archipelago views on the right, the landing approach into Bodø on the left provides more dramatic and geographically distinctive scenery—the city, tidal strait, and fjord system create a more visually rewarding experience overall.
What can I see during takeoff from Andoya in Andoya?
During takeoff from Andoya (ANX), sit on the Right side for the best views. Andoya sits on a small island in the Vesterålen archipelago. Right-side seats offer immediate views of the complex fjord system, smaller islands, and the Norwegian Sea coastline as you climb out southbound toward Bodø. Notable sights include: Vesterålen archipelago (islands and skerries), Andøya island itself, Vest-Fjorden (the larger fjord to the east), Norwegian Sea coastline.
What can I see when landing at Bodo in Bodoe?
When landing at Bodo (BOO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching Bodø from the north, left-side seats provide excellent views of Bodø city, Bodøhalvøya peninsula, and the approach over Saltstraumen (the powerful tidal strait) and Skjærstadfjorden. You'll see the city layout and surrounding fjord geography clearly. Notable sights include: Bodø city and harbor, Bodøhalvøya peninsula, Saltstraumen tidal strait, Skjærstadfjorden.
How long is the flight from Andoya to Bodoe?
The flight from Andoya (ANX) to Bodo (BOO) takes Approximately 25-30 minutes.
What does the Andoya to Bodoe flight path pass over?
The flight path runs south-southwest over Vest-Fjorden and the Norwegian Sea, passing between the Vesterålen and Lofoten island chains to the west. You'll cross open water for most of the journey, with distant mountain peaks of the Lofoten Islands visible on the western horizon in clear conditions. The approach descends over Skjærstadfjorden before reaching Bodø.