Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Ketchikan to Juneau. The right side captures the most dramatic scenery on both segments: Misty Fjords peaks during takeoff and the Juneau Icefield's western edge during descent. While left offers good landing views, right provides superior visual interest for the majority of the flight.

During takeoff from Ketchikan International (KTN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Tongass Narrows and the immediate coastal geography as the aircraft climbs northward. You'll see the water body and surrounding forested terrain that defines Ketchikan's setting. Notable sights include: Tongass Narrows, Revillagigedo Island (Ketchikan's location), Misty Fjords National Monument peaks to the east, coastal forest canopy.

When landing at Juneau International (JNU), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Juneau, particularly of Gastineau Channel and the Juneau Icefield. The approach typically brings aircraft down from the south, making the left side ideal for seeing the channel and surrounding peaks. Notable sights include: Gastineau Channel, Juneau Icefield (visible as white expanse), Chilkat Range peaks, downtown Juneau waterfront.

The flight from Ketchikan International (KTN) to Juneau International (JNU) takes Approximately 30-35 minutes.

The flight path follows the Inside Passage northward, passing over Clarence Strait and numerous smaller islands and fjords. At midpoint, you'll be over open water with distant coastal peaks visible on both sides. The route stays within the Alexander Archipelago, with forested islands and narrow waterways visible throughout. No major cities or settlements are visible at cruise altitude during the midpoint, but the characteristic Southeast Alaska landscape of water, forest, and distant mountains dominates the entire route.