Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Juneau to Wrangell. While the takeoff from Juneau favors the left side, the landing approach into Wrangell—which offers the more dramatic and distinctive scenery—strongly favors the right. The Stikine River delta and coastal island geography on approach outweigh the initial Gastineau Channel views.

During takeoff from Juneau International (JNU), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side offers immediate views of Gastineau Channel and the Chilkat Mountains as you climb southbound. The channel's narrow waters and surrounding peaks create strong visual contrast during the initial climb-out. Notable sights include: Gastineau Channel, Chilkat Mountains, Auke Bay, Mendenhall Glacier (visible in distance to southeast).

When landing at Wrangell Airport (WRG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right side provides excellent views during descent into Wrangell. You'll see the Stikine River delta and the surrounding islands of the Inside Passage as you approach from the north. The river's distinctive braided pattern and the coastal geography are striking on approach. Notable sights include: Stikine River delta, Wrangell Island, Zimovia Strait, coastal islands and passages.

The flight from Juneau International (JNU) to Wrangell Airport (WRG) takes Approximately 25-30 minutes.

During the flight southbound, you'll pass over the Inside Passage's complex island geography. The route typically follows the coastal waterways between Admiralty Island (to the west) and the mainland, with numerous smaller islands and passages visible below. The Frederick Sound area and its surrounding forested terrain mark the midpoint of this short flight. Water dominates the view throughout—a mix of open channels, narrow straits, and protected passages characteristic of Southeast Alaska's marine landscape.