The right side captures the most distinctive scenery: Tongass Narrows and coastal waterways during takeoff, then the Stikine River delta and Frederick Sound during descent. This route showcases the region's defining geography—glacial waterways, temperate rainforest, and tidal features.
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Flight Path
Ketchikan to Petersburg is 111 miles (178 km), a flight of about 25 minutes.
Clarence Strait, Etolin Island, and the northern reaches of the Inside Passage with scattered islands and narrow waterways characteristic of Southeast Alaska's archipelago
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from KTN
RIGHTDeparting Ketchikan northbound, the right side offers immediate views of Revillagigedo Island's forested terrain and Tongass Narrows. The left side faces inland mountains but lacks the water and coastal detail visible to the right during initial climb.
Landing at PSG
LEFTApproaching Petersburg from the south, the left side provides views of Frederick Sound and the Stikine River delta as you descend toward the airport. The right side faces forested interior terrain with less distinctive visual features during final approach.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Ketchikan International (KTN) to Petersburg James A Johnson Airport (PSG)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Ketchikan to Petersburg. The right side captures the most distinctive scenery: Tongass Narrows and coastal waterways during takeoff, then the Stikine River delta and Frederick Sound during descent. This route showcases the region's defining geography—glacial waterways, temperate rainforest, and tidal features.
What can I see during takeoff from Ketchikan International in Ketchikan?
During takeoff from Ketchikan International (KTN), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Ketchikan northbound, the right side offers immediate views of Revillagigedo Island's forested terrain and Tongass Narrows. The left side faces inland mountains but lacks the water and coastal detail visible to the right during initial climb. Notable sights include: Tongass Narrows, Revillagigedo Island, Gravina Island, Behm Canal.
What can I see when landing at Petersburg James A Johnson Airport in Petersburg?
When landing at Petersburg James A Johnson Airport (PSG), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching Petersburg from the south, the left side provides views of Frederick Sound and the Stikine River delta as you descend toward the airport. The right side faces forested interior terrain with less distinctive visual features during final approach. Notable sights include: Frederick Sound, Stikine River delta, Kupreanof Island, Mitkof Island.
How long is the flight from Ketchikan to Petersburg?
The flight from Ketchikan International (KTN) to Petersburg James A Johnson Airport (PSG) takes about 25 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 111 miles (178 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Ketchikan to Petersburg flight path pass over?
Clarence Strait, Etolin Island, and the northern reaches of the Inside Passage with scattered islands and narrow waterways characteristic of Southeast Alaska's archipelago