Right-side seats capture the most dramatic scenery on both legs: the Norwegian fjord system and coastal mountains during takeoff, and the volcanic landscape of Reykjanes during landing. The right side also offers better views of the open North Sea during the cruise phase.
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Flight Path
Bergen to Keflavik is 926 miles (1,489 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the North Sea in a northwest direction. Notable features visible during cruise include the Shetland Islands (far to the left/south), the open Atlantic with occasional weather systems, and the approach to Iceland's southern coast. The Mid-Atlantic Ridge lies beneath the flight path but is not visible from the surface. As you approach Iceland, the first landfall is typically the Reykjanes Peninsula's distinctive volcanic plateau, which rises gradually from the ocean.
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from BGO
RIGHTRight-side seats capture the dramatic Hornsund fjord system and the steep coastal mountains immediately west of Bergen as the aircraft climbs northwest. The North Sea coastline and fjord geography are striking during the initial climb-out phase.
Landing at KEF
LEFTLeft-side seats offer the best views during the final approach into Keflavik. The descent path brings the aircraft over the Reykjanes Peninsula's distinctive volcanic landscape, lava fields, and coastal cliffs on the left side as you line up with the runway.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bergen Flesland (BGO) to Keflavik Nas (KEF)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bergen to Keflavik. Right-side seats capture the most dramatic scenery on both legs: the Norwegian fjord system and coastal mountains during takeoff, and the volcanic landscape of Reykjanes during landing. The right side also offers better views of the open North Sea during the cruise phase.
What can I see during takeoff from Bergen Flesland in Bergen?
During takeoff from Bergen Flesland (BGO), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats capture the dramatic Hornsund fjord system and the steep coastal mountains immediately west of Bergen as the aircraft climbs northwest. The North Sea coastline and fjord geography are striking during the initial climb-out phase. Notable sights include: Hornsund fjord, Fløyen mountain (directly above Bergen), Byfjorden inlet, coastal ridge of western Norway.
What can I see when landing at Keflavik Nas in Keflavik?
When landing at Keflavik Nas (KEF), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats offer the best views during the final approach into Keflavik. The descent path brings the aircraft over the Reykjanes Peninsula's distinctive volcanic landscape, lava fields, and coastal cliffs on the left side as you line up with the runway. Notable sights include: Reykjanes Peninsula lava fields, Kleifarvatn lake, coastal basalt cliffs, geothermal steam vents near Svartsengi.
How long is the flight from Bergen to Keflavik?
The flight from Bergen Flesland (BGO) to Keflavik Nas (KEF) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 926 miles (1,489 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Bergen to Keflavik flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the North Sea in a northwest direction. Notable features visible during cruise include the Shetland Islands (far to the left/south), the open Atlantic with occasional weather systems, and the approach to Iceland's southern coast. The Mid-Atlantic Ridge lies beneath the flight path but is not visible from the surface. As you approach Iceland, the first landfall is typically the Reykjanes Peninsula's distinctive volcanic plateau, which rises gradually from the ocean.