About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Juneau International (JNU) to Gustavus Airport (GST)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Juneau to Gustavus. The right side captures the most dramatic scenery on this short route: the Chilkat Mountains during takeoff and the Fairweather Range and Glacier Bay entrance during descent. The left side offers less visual interest overall.
What can I see during takeoff from Juneau International in Juneau?
During takeoff from Juneau International (JNU), sit on the Right side for the best views. Climbing out from Juneau, a right-side seat offers views of Gastineau Channel and the Chilkat Mountains to the east. The left side faces inland terrain with less dramatic relief. Notable sights include: Gastineau Channel (water body immediately below), Chilkat Mountains (eastern ridgeline), Juneau city sprawl (receding behind), Auke Bay (northern water feature).
What can I see when landing at Gustavus Airport in Gustavus?
When landing at Gustavus Airport (GST), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching Gustavus from the southeast, a left-side seat provides views of Glacier Bay's outer waters and the coastal mountains. The right side faces less scenic inland terrain. Notable sights include: Glacier Bay (water body), Fairweather Range (distant western peaks), Icy Strait (approach corridor), forested coastal lowlands (immediate terrain).
How long is the flight from Juneau to Gustavus?
The flight from Juneau International (JNU) to Gustavus Airport (GST) takes Approximately 30-40 minutes.
What does the Juneau to Gustavus flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses Icy Strait and skirts the western edge of Chichagof Island. At midpoint, passengers may glimpse the entrance to Glacier Bay and the forested coastal lowlands between Juneau and Gustavus. The route stays over water and low-lying terrain; no major peaks dominate the midpoint, but the transition from Gastineau Channel to Icy Strait is geographically significant.