At Bellingham International in Bellingham: for takeoff, sit on the Left side; for landing, sit on the Left side. Notable views include: San Juan Islands (Orcas, San Juan, Lopez islands), Strait of Georgia, North Cascades peaks (Mount Baker visible on clear days), Bellingham Bay.

When taking off from Bellingham International (BLI), sit on the Left side for the best views. Bellingham typically departs northbound on Runway 16, which means you'll climb out over the Strait of Georgia and the San Juan Islands. The left side gives you direct views of this dramatic island archipelago and the North Cascades in the distance, while the right side faces inland toward relatively flat terrain. Notable sights include: San Juan Islands (Orcas, San Juan, Lopez islands), Strait of Georgia, North Cascades peaks (Mount Baker visible on clear days), Bellingham Bay.

When landing at Bellingham International (BLI), sit on the Left side for the best views. Bellingham typically lands on Runway 16 (northbound) or Runway 34 (southbound). For either approach, the left side offers views of the San Juan Islands, Bellingham Bay, and the North Cascades. On Runway 16 approaches, you'll see the San Juans off the left wing; on Runway 34, the Cascades and Puget Sound geography dominate the left side. Notable sights include: San Juan Islands (Orcas, San Juan, Lopez Islands), Bellingham Bay, Mount Baker (distant northeast, 10,000 ft visible in clear conditions), Puget Sound to the south.

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