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Best window seat at Bergen Flesland

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Taking offLEFT

Fanafjorden, mountains around Os and Samnanger, Bjørnafjorden further south

LandingLEFT

Bergen city center, Mount Ulriken, Mount Fløyen

🛫 Taking Off from Bergen (BGO)

Best sideLeft
WhyDeparting south on runway 17 from Flesland, the left side faces east toward the Bergen mainland, giving you views over Fanafjorden and the mountainous terrain inland toward Os and Samnanger. The right side mostly shows the flatter Sotra/Askøy archipelago and open sea, which is less dramatic in comparison.
Look forFanafjorden, mountains around Os and Samnanger, Bjørnafjorden further south, glimpses of Bergen's inland peaks

🛬 Landing at Bergen (BGO)

Best sideLeft
WhyLanding on runway 17 means approaching from the north, flying south past Bergen city. The left side faces east, giving a great view of downtown Bergen, the surrounding mountains, and the fjord leading into the harbor as you descend.
Look forBergen city center, Mount Ulriken, Mount Fløyen, Byfjorden fjord

Flesland is a mid-sized regional airport with a single terminal, serving as a key hub for domestic and regional connections along Norway's west coast, including Widerøe's extensive short-haul network to smaller fjord and coastal towns.

⛰️ Elevation167 ft
🛫 Runways1 (17/35)
✈️ HubWiderøe, SAS, Norwegian Air Shuttle
📍 NearbySRP 35 miHAU 65 miSOG 88 miFRO 89 mi

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About This Airport

Which side of the plane has the best views at Bergen Flesland (BGO)?

At Bergen Flesland in Bergen: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: Fanafjorden, mountains around Os and Samnanger, Bjørnafjorden further south, glimpses of Bergen's inland peaks.

What can I see during takeoff from Bergen Flesland in Bergen?

When taking off from Bergen Flesland (BGO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Departing south on runway 17 from Flesland, the left side faces east toward the Bergen mainland, giving you views over Fanafjorden and the mountainous terrain inland toward Os and Samnanger. The right side mostly shows the flatter Sotra/Askøy archipelago and open sea, which is less dramatic in comparison. Notable sights include: Fanafjorden, mountains around Os and Samnanger, Bjørnafjorden further south, glimpses of Bergen's inland peaks.

What can I see when landing at Bergen Flesland in Bergen?

When landing at Bergen Flesland (BGO), sit on the Left side for the best views. Landing on runway 17 means approaching from the north, flying south past Bergen city. The left side faces east, giving a great view of downtown Bergen, the surrounding mountains, and the fjord leading into the harbor as you descend. Notable sights include: Bergen city center, Mount Ulriken, Mount Fløyen, Byfjorden fjord.

What factors affect the best window seat at Bergen Flesland?

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