Evenes to Tromso is 99 miles (160 km), a flight of about 30 minutes.
While the takeoff offers good fjord scenery on the right, the landing approach on the left provides more dramatic and concentrated views of Tromsøya island, the strait, and surrounding mountains. The left side captures the destination's most distinctive geography.
Flight Path
The flight path travels roughly northeast over open water and coastal terrain. Notable features include the Saltenfjorden system receding behind, the Norwegian Sea coastline with its archipelago of islands and skerries, and the gradual approach to the Tromsø region's mountainous terrain. The Vest-Lofoten and Tromsø Alps mountain ranges frame the route on either side, with the landscape becoming progressively more rugged and alpine as you approach Tromsø.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from EVE
RIGHTRight side offers immediate views of Saltenfjorden and the mountainous terrain rising inland. The flight departs northeastward, so right-side seats capture the fjord system and peaks of the Lofoten Wall as you climb.
Landing at TOS
LEFTLeft side provides the best approach views into Tromsø. The aircraft descends from the southwest, and left-side seats face the Tromsøysund strait, Tromsøya island, and the city itself nestled between mountains.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Evenes (EVE) to Tromso (TOS)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Evenes to Tromso. While the takeoff offers good fjord scenery on the right, the landing approach on the left provides more dramatic and concentrated views of Tromsøya island, the strait, and surrounding mountains. The left side captures the destination's most distinctive geography.
What can I see during takeoff from Evenes in Evenes?
During takeoff from Evenes (EVE), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side offers immediate views of Saltenfjorden and the mountainous terrain rising inland. The flight departs northeastward, so right-side seats capture the fjord system and peaks of the Lofoten Wall as you climb. Notable sights include: Saltenfjorden, Vest-Lofoten mountain range, Evenes airfield surroundings, coastal archipelago.
What can I see when landing at Tromso in Tromso?
When landing at Tromso (TOS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides the best approach views into Tromsø. The aircraft descends from the southwest, and left-side seats face the Tromsøysund strait, Tromsøya island, and the city itself nestled between mountains. Notable sights include: Tromsøysund strait, Tromsøya island, Tromsø city and harbor, Tromsdalstinden mountain.
How long is the flight from Evenes to Tromso?
The flight from Evenes (EVE) to Tromso (TOS) takes about 30 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 99 miles (160 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Evenes to Tromso flight path pass over?
The flight path travels roughly northeast over open water and coastal terrain. Notable features include the Saltenfjorden system receding behind, the Norwegian Sea coastline with its archipelago of islands and skerries, and the gradual approach to the Tromsø region's mountainous terrain. The Vest-Lofoten and Tromsø Alps mountain ranges frame the route on either side, with the landscape becoming progressively more rugged and alpine as you approach Tromsø.